Mar 13, 2024 · Long before he took the world by storm in hardman performances in Hollywood, Jason Michael Statham was more commonly seen above a swimming pool near a diving board, dreaming of an entry into...

Jul 21, 2017 · #JasonStatham competed in #diving at the 1990 Commonwealth Games in AucklandPLEASE LIKE & SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL!Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook....

Statham's passion for diving began during a family vacation in Miami when he saw a man high-dive. Inspired, he joined a swimming club upon returning home and pursued the sport for a decade.

Aug 12, 2018 · ET spoke with the actor at the premiere of his upcoming film 'The Meg,' in theaters Aug. 10.The LATEST from #ETonline : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

Jul 26, 2021 · Jason has appeared on the silver screen in countless blockbuster films, but fans might be surprised to know it was gold he was chasing after as a youngster. The British actor had two passions...

Jul 31, 2024 · Was Jason Statham a diver? Eight years before Jason made his film debut in Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels , Jason was a competitive diver. He represented England at the 1990 Commonwealth Games in Auckland, New Zealand, where he competed in …

Jun 13, 2023 · Long before he took to the big screen in action adventure franchises such as The Expendables and the Fast and Furious films, Jason Statham was a decorated and award winning diver, nearly taking his skills all the way to the Olympics.

Jul 30, 2024 · Jason was a dedicated athlete, training daily in the pool as part of Britain's National Diving Squad for over a decade. He even represented England in the 1990 Commonwealth Games, showcasing his skills in the 10 metre, 3 metre and 1 metre events. Olympics fans left stunned by swimmer's choice of trunks - 'is this legal?'

Do you know, Jason Statham was on the brink of Olympic glory as a diver before Hollywood break? The actor revealed that his impressive diving career led him to a notable 12th place finish in a...

Jul 19, 2024 · The Hollywood star might have made his film debut in Guy Ritchie's 1998 blockbuster 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels' but if you look into the 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games archives, you might just spot a 22-year-old Statham performing a reverse tuck into the pool.