The wholesome moment emotional Team GB swimming icon Adam Peaty is consoled by his son and girlfriend Holly Ramsey after missing out on his fourth Olympic gold by 0.02 seconds

Adam Peaty was comforted by his family in Paris shortly after narrowly missing out on his fourth Olympic gold medal.

The 29-year-old from Uttoxeter had to accept silver in the men’s 100m breaststroke after finishing just 0.02 seconds behind Italy’s Nicolo Martinenghi.

Peaty, who previously clinched this event in Rio and Tokyo, was seen embracing his three-year-old son in the stands soon after the final.

He also shared a heartfelt moment with his girlfriend Holly Ramsey, daughter of renowned TV chef Gordon Ramsey.

Peaty had mentioned earlier in the week that his son regularly asks him, ‘Daddy, are you the fastest boy?’

Adam Peaty embracing his three-year-old son after winning Olympic silver on Sunday

Peaty kissing his girlfriend Holly Ramsey, daughter of famous TV chef Gordon Ramsey

Peaty was emotional after the final but mentioned he was crying ‘happy tears’

While the response to his son’s question on Sunday night was ‘no’, Peaty expressed satisfaction with his latest Olympic endeavor.

‘I gave my all,’ said the visibly moved Team GB icon.

‘It’s not just about the final outcome, but rather the journey.’

‘In my heart, I’ve already won. I’m not upset about coming second at all. These are happy tears.’

‘I feel like I’m getting older now, and maintaining that relentless pursuit involves sacrifices. Competing with younger athletes can be quite tough.’

Peaty’s mother Caroline, pictured holding her grandson, was also present in Paris

Peaty placed second in the 100m breaststroke final by a mere 0.02 seconds

Peaty congratulating champion Nicolo Martinenghi after the race

He further remarked: ‘I’m thrilled to have raced against the best in the world and achieved a joint-second place.

‘In my heart, I’ve triumphed; these are indeed happy tears. I gave my utmost effort each day, and I cannot be disappointed with that.’