Southend Echo awards winner Todd Geggus aiming for Olympics

Top talent - diver Todd Geggus <i>(Image: Nicky Hayes)</i>
Top talent - diver Todd Geggus (Image: Nicky Hayes)
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DIVER Todd Geggus is targeting another season of success as he strives to reach the very top of the sport.

The talented 18-year-old was named the Echo’s young personality of the year after a brilliant 2025 which saw him win two silver medals at the European Junior Championships as well as two national titles.

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But Geggus is now aiming high for 2026 and is keen to record more exceptional results in the pool.

“I want to get the best result I can in every single competition that I’m taking part in,” said Todd.

“Next week I’m going to Canada and then America after that for the Canada and America Cup.

“I’m looking forward to that - but I need to stay focused and want to make it another good year.”

But longer term Todd has even bigger aims and wants to compete on the highest stage possible.

“Hopefully one day I can get to the Olympics,” said Todd, who is based in Barling Magna.

“That’s my biggest aim and dream in the sport.”

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