Richmond Cavill "Dick" Eve (19 March 1901 – 13 March 1970) was an Australian diver who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics. He won the gold medal in the plain high diving and finished fifth in the 3 metre springboard event. He was the first Australian Olympic diver to win a gold medal.
Swimming career Following the 1924 Olympics, Eve was barred from membership of Manly Amateur Swimming Club as he was considered a professional since he managed manly baths and lived on site. His "professional status" meant he was also ineligible for selection for the 1928 Summer Olympics.
Personal life Eve was the son of Albert Sidney Eve, a well-known swim instructor, and Fredda Cavill Eve, a member of the famous Cavill swimming family. His grandfather was Frederick Cavill and his brother was Australian sports administrator Jim Eve.
See also List of members of the International Swimming Hall of Fame
References
External links Australian Dictionary of Biography entry
Australian Olympic Committee Profile