He's been bullied and harrased online, so has taken the power back by speaking about his new relationship with a guy - good for him. He will have done himself some good, and some young people who lack the confidence to come out will appreciate what he's done. Speaking as the mum of a son who has dated both boys and girls, and has recently got engaged to a lovely young woman. He has always been open about his sexual attraction to both sexes (we call it greedy in my family!!
) Tom Daley will find life easier by being able to make his own choices without wondering whether someone is going to make hurtful comments. It shouldn't be like that, but there are many small-minded people out there.