Adam Peaty, the three-time Olympic swimming champion, is competing at the Commonwealth Games using his full name, Adam Ramsay-Peaty, for the first time at a major championship. This change follows his marriage to TV chef Gordon Ramsay’s daughter, Holly, in December 2025. His wife shared a photo of the new swimming cap on Instagram Stories, describing it as 'so special.'
Peaty won his first of four Commonwealth titles in Glasgow 12 years ago and is looking to add to his medal tally this weekend. He is scheduled to compete in the 50m and 100m breaststroke races. With four golds and three silvers from his previous three Commonwealth appearances, Peaty has the opportunity to become the first Team England swimmer to win four consecutive gold medals in a single event.
In a recent interview with BBC Breakfast, Peaty spoke about how becoming a father for the second time has influenced his perspective. He is expecting a baby girl with Holly. Peaty, who is already a father to son George-Anderson, five, from a previous relationship, stated that his focus is on his family's well-being. "My love isn't going to be judged by a medal," he said. "With Holly going through pregnancy, all I can pray for is her happiness and the health of her and the baby and for me, that does push me even more to grow up."
His parents did not attend his wedding and are reportedly estranged from him, and they are also not expected to attend the Commonwealth Games. A BBC Breakfast segment about his married life featured Holly, Gordon Ramsay, and his son George, but did not mention his parents.
Peaty acknowledged that his career has taken a toll, admitting that the sport had previously "broken him." He recounted an experience in March 2023 where he "lost the love for everything that I live for." However, he is now focused on finding balance as he looks towards the LA 2028 Olympics. His coach, Lisa Bates, described him as "Always full on," highlighting his ability to enter "predator mode" and his exceptional mindset during races.