Claudia Poll Arhens

Claudia Poll Arhens is a retired Costa Rican swimmer who gained international fame by winning a gold medal in the women's 200-meter freestyle at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. She is also a world champion in short course swimming, having won the title in Brazil in 1995. Recently, Poll has been in the news for speaking out against alleged physical and sexual abuse by her former coach, Francisco Rivas, alongside other former athletes. In a heartfelt message to her supporters, she emphasized the importance of safety for future athletes and encouraged others who have faced similar situations to share their stories.