He’s an Olympic gold medallist with a physics degree and a nickname to match – but away from the pool, Cameron McEvoy is also a husband and father.
Here’s everything to know about the swimmer known as “The Professor.”
From girlfriend to wife: Cam McEvoy’s whirlwind wedding
Cameron McEvoy had a big year in 2024, winning a gold medal in the men’s 50 metre freestyle event. But to top off his already incredible year, he proposed to his long-time girlfriend, Madeline Bone, in December.
“I’ve achieved some pretty big things this year but I think I just achieved my greatest one 💍,” Cam McEvoy shared in his announcement post on Instagram. “What a way to end 2024 ❤️.”
Fellow Aussie swimmers, both former and current, took to the comments section to share their well wishes for the happy couple.
“WHOOOO!! congrats beautiful people ❤️❤️,” Ariarne Titmus shared, while Lani Pallister wrote, “OMGGGG so so so happy for you both, the post we’ve all been waiting for.”
Giaan Rooney commented, “Wonderful news, congratulations to you both!!! 🥂,” and Emma McKeon wrote, “Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️.”
Libby Trickett also shared her congratulations, and Shayna Jack commented, “Yesssss! So happy for you both. Congratulations ❤️.”
The couple eloped in February 2025, and in April they announced even more exciting news, confirming they were expecting a baby boy together.
“Who would have thought 2025 would be better than 2024 😍💙 With 2 becoming 3 in the McEvoy household as we soon welcome our baby boy!,” Cam wrote on Instagram.
“Going through the last few months with Maddi has been a rollercoaster of excitement, uncertainty and awe. Watching her go through the physical and emotional taxes of pregnancy so far, whilst carrying the added fear of how pregnancy may affect her own health with her heart, has been nothing short of watching the full breadth of the human spirit to fight and give life in action. I’d run through a brick wall for Maddi and my son already 😤
“We are so excited for this next chapter, and to share in the one experience that all life on earth have in common – the creation of life 💙💙”
The pair welcomed son Hartley on July 13 2025.
It’s unknown exactly when Cameron and Madeline began their relationship, but the pair have been together since at least 2021, according to their social media pages.
Madeline has continued to support her now-wife with his swimming career, and shared a loving tribute to him following his momentous gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
“If you know Cam, or know any of his story, you would know what this moment means,” she wrote.
“Cam’s unrelenting self belief that he could do this, regardless of the uncertainty that he has faced over the years, is beyond inspiring.
“Always humble, always kind, always my champion… Now an Olympic champion 🥇😭❤️.”
Life outside the pool
Away from the pool, Cam holds a Bachelor of Science majoring in Physics and Mathematics from Griffith University, and completed a summer fellowship at the university’s Centre for Quantum Dynamics studying nanodiamonds. He’s spoken about his admiration for Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman.
Cam’s science background earned him his nickname, The Professor, among teammates and fans – a nod to his physics and maths studies and his famously analytical approach to training, including redesigning his own stroke technique using drag and biomechanics principles after a post-Tokyo career slump.
Cameron McEvoy’s career highlights
Cameron has competed at four Olympic Games – London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 – making him the first Australian male swimmer to reach four Games.
He broke Ian Thorpe’s age-group 100m freestyle records as a teenager and claimed Paris 2024 gold in the 50m freestyle, Australia’s first-ever Olympic medal in the event.
After he won his gold medal in Paris, he took to Instagram to share his excitement and gratitude.
“OLYMPIC CHAMPION!!! 🥇Still processing the magnitude of these last few years. There isn’t much to say really. I put my heart and soul on the line,” Cam shared.
“I’m overwhelmed by the number of messages. Please know I truly appreciate them all!”
He also thanked Maddi for her continuous and unwavering support over the years.
Just weeks after becoming a father, he backed it up with World Championship gold in Singapore, defending his 50m freestyle title and becoming the oldest Australian man to win a world title.
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