David Lowe (swimmer)


David Lowe is a retired butterfly and freestyle swimmer.

Swimming career

Born in Southern Rhodesia, he represented the United Kingdom at two consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 1980. At his Olympic debut in Moscow he won the bronze medal in the men's 4×100-metere medley relay, alongside teammates Gary Abraham, Duncan Goodhew, and Martin Smith, clocking 3:47.71.
He represented England and won three silver medals in the 4 x 100 and 4 x 200 metres freestyle relay and the 4 x 100 metres medley relay, at the 1982 Commonwealth Games in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
He won the 1984 ASA National Championship 50 metres freestyle title and three titles in the 100 metres freestyle. He also won the 1981 100 metres butterfly title.