Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns… less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

Oh, what a rollercoaster ride the life of Cathy Freeman has been! As an obsessed fan who’s followed her journey from the very beginning, I can truly say she’s an inspiration not just for her athletic achievements, but also for her personal resilience.


As a lifestyle enthusiast, let me share a tidbit from my recent observations: I spotted Cathy Freeman walking hand-in-hand with an enigmatic gentleman along the picturesque seashore in Cairns just yesterday. This heartwarming scene unfolded less than a month after she and her husband of 15 years, James Marsh, announced their separation.

51-year-old Australian Olympic champion was spotted taking a leisurely walk along the waterfront, accompanied by an unrecognized male, suggesting they might have been enjoying a private retreat together.

In a khaki-colored linen dress, Freeman appeared completely ready for vacation, complementing the look with a pair of orange sandals and shades.

She walked with a forearm crutch for support, while her other arm was extended, holding the man’s hand.

Meanwhile, her mystery man opted for a pink shirt, grey shorts and a floppy-brimmed hat.

He walked along with Freeman, wearing a pair of black sandals, and held a khaki messenger bag tucked against his body.

Two days following their separation in August, Marsh was spotted exiting a café in Brighton, Melbourne, for the initial time.

Instead of keeping a low profile, the 49-year-old maintained a discreet appearance as he ventured outside wearing a light turquoise hoodie and dark track pants.

Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

On August 16, Freeman and her former spouse announced in a joint declaration that they had decided to go separate ways but would remain committed to raising their 13-year-old daughter Ruby together.

For 15 long, shared years, I’ve been part of a beautiful union, but regrettably, it’s come to an end. Despite going our separate ways, our topmost concern remains being the best parents we can be for our children.

‘We continue sharing a professional and working partnership through Estrella Sports Management.

Understanding that this involves private matters, we kindly ask for your understanding and discretion. We have no plans to provide additional statements on the subject.

Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage
Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

The notoriously private sports star has previously made headlines for her love life.

She had been in a prolonged romance with her athletics mentor, Nic Bideau. Their relationship concluded, but he continued to guide her towards winning gold at the 2000 Olympics.

Freeman was married to her first husband, Alexander ‘Sandy’ Bodecker, from 1999 to 2003.

After dating Australian actor Joel Edgerton, their relationship ended in 2005. Later, she tied the knot with her second spouse, James Murch, in the year 2009.

Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage
Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage
Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

They welcomed a daughter, Ruby, in 2011.

In her autobiography, Freeman disclosed a surprising fact: she was involved romantically with Edgerton while married to Bodecker.

The 400m former runner recalled the moment she told her now-ex Bodecker she was ‘seeing someone’.

In her writing, she mentioned that igniting the cauldron during the Sydney Games seemed effortless, but listening to Alexander speak caused a whirlwind of tension within her.

‘I’m seeing someone,’ Freeman wrote of her conversation with Bodecker.

‘It’s Joel Edgerton.’

At the tender age of 16, Freeman established her reputation as she became the initial Aboriginal Australian to secure a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games.

Cathy Freeman holds hands with a mystery man during romantic stroll on the waterfront in Cairns... less than one month after announcing split with husband James Marsh following 15 years of marriage

Subsequently, she bagged two additional gold medals at the 1994 Commonwealth Games and a silver medal during the 1996 Olympic Games.

She came first at the World Championships in 1997 in the 400m event and again in 1999. 

2000 marked the year when an indigenous Australian athlete stole the hearts of many by igniting the famous Olympic torch during the opening ceremony of the Sydney Olympics.

She went on to win the women’s 400-metre race in a time of 49.11 seconds during the Games.

Freeman eventually called time on her sporting career in 2003.

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2024-09-12 02:34

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