By Giusy Cisale on SwimSwam
After months of growing fame and attention since his stellar performance at the Paris Olympics, Italian Olympic champion and world record holder Thomas Ceccon has issued a public warning to his followers about the risks of fake accounts and online scams impersonating him.
In a heartfelt Instagram story— shared in both Italian and English — Ceccon thanked fans for their overwhelming affection, describing it as “one of the most beautiful things sport can give.” However, he also acknowledged that the new reality of celebrity life has brought challenges that go beyond the pool.
“Some fans have become too intrusive in my private life, trying to approach me at moments or in places that weren’t appropriate,” Ceccon wrote. “In certain cases, things even reached a point where I had to take legal action – something I never wanted to do.”
The 23-year-old, known for his composure and understated humor, also denounced the rise of fake profiles pretending to be him. These accounts, he explained, have contacted people privately asking for money or favors, deceiving fans who genuinely believed they were speaking with the Olympic champion.
“Let me be clear,” Ceccon stated. “I never contact anyone privately, I never ask for money or any kind of help, and this is my one and only official account.”
He ended the message with a simple appeal:
“Be careful, and if you can, share this message. It’s important to prevent more people from being deceived and to keep enjoying the beauty of this sport — with respect and peace of mind.”
A Social Phenomenon Beyond the Pool
Ceccon’s post quickly went viral, reflecting not only the seriousness of the issue but also the enormous reach of his public image. As highlighted in SwimSwam Italy’s data analysis “Il Fattore Ceccon”, the Olympic and world champion has become a true social media phenomenon.
According to engagement figures collected across platforms, every post featuring Ceccon far outperforms average interaction rates. On Instagram alone, recent content about the Italian star generated over 25,000 views and more than 1,400 interactions per post — with nearly 40% of engagement coming from non-followers, a clear sign of his expanding international appeal.
Beyond medals and world records, Ceccon’s charisma and authenticity have turned him into a global ambassador for Italian swimming, bridging sport, personality, and modern media presence.
Fresh off the 2025 World Aquatics World Cup Series in North America, Ceccon returns to competition form after setting two new Italian records — in the 200m back and 200m free — during the Toronto leg of the circuit.
He will next headline the Nico Sapio Trophy in Genoa (November 7–9), marking the start of his National indoor season and the continuation of a career that combines elite performance with growing public influence.
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