Olympic legend reveals how one night cost him $1MILLION and saw his life spiral out of control
Daily MailMichael Diamond has opened up on his difficult journey back to the Olympics after seeing his life fall apart. Two-time Olympic gold medallist Diamond, 58, was hit with a high range drink driving charge and having a firearm and bullets in his car following a family dispute prior to the Rio Olympics in 2016. Following the fateful night eight years ago, the 58-year-old has lost 15 kilograms in weight and has significantly cut back on his alcohol consumption - occasionally enjoying just one glass of wine. Michael Diamond has revealed how he has turned his life around THe Olympic legend says he lost over $1million following an incident in 2016 'There is no greater motivation than hitting rock bottom. Court documents following the 2016 episode revealed that he lost approximately $1million in potential income as a result of his actions, although he estimates the real figure is higher.