Well done Michael! Obama tweets Phelps his congratulations on becoming greatest ever Olympian
12 years, 7 months ago

Well done Michael! Obama tweets Phelps his congratulations on becoming greatest ever Olympian

Daily Mail  

Michael Phelps, the most successful Olympian of all time, has been personally congratulated by USA president Barack Obama. Barack Obama offered his congratulations to Phelps after his victory Phelps, who won silver earlier on Tuesday in the 200m butterfly, took gold in USA's 4x100m freestyle relay to officially become the greatest ever Olympian. Meanwhile, Fran Halsall and James Goddard both negotiated the first steps towards fulfilling their Olympic dreams, while the women's 4x200 metres freestyle - minus Rebecca Adlington - qualified for Wednesday's final at the Aquatics Centre. Thanks Barrack: President Barrack Obama tweeted Phelps his congratulations The swimmer picked up two more medals on Tuesday at the Aquatics Centre Caitlin McClatchey, Rebecca Turner and Eleanor Faulkner have all gone quicker this year and the trio, along with Adlington's close friend Jo Jackson, made up the squad that qualified seventh overall in seven minutes 54.31 seconds. Fran Halsall and James Goddard both negotiated the first steps towards fulfilling their Olympic dreams, while the women's 4x200 metres freestyle - minus Rebecca Adlington - qualified for Wednesday's final at the Aquatics Centre.

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Today in Sports - Michael Phelps wins 8th gold medal at Beijing Games for most ever at an Olympics
7 months, 1 week ago

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps wins 8th gold medal at Beijing Games for most ever at an Olympics

Associated Press  

Aug. 17 1933 — Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees plays his 1,308th straight game to break Everett Scott’s record of 1,307. 1938 — Henry Armstrong wins the lightweight title with a 15-round decision over Lou Ambers and becomes the only boxer to hold world championship titles in three weight divisions simultaneously. 1995 — John Roethlisberger wins the U.S. …

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps ends his career at the Rio Olympics with 23 career gold medals
7 months, 1 week ago

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps ends his career at the Rio Olympics with 23 career gold medals

Associated Press  

Aug. 13 1919 — Upset scores a win against Man o’ War in the Sanford Memorial Stakes at Saratoga. 1987 — Jackie Joyner-Kersee equals the world record in the women’s long jump — 24 feet, 5½ inches — in the Pan American Games at Indianapolis. 1997 — Wilson Kipketer topples Sebastian Coe’s 16-year-old record in the 800 meters, finishing in …

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps breaks the Olympic medals record with his 19th
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps breaks the Olympic medals record with his 19th

Associated Press  

July 31 1932 — France beats the U.S. 3-2 for its sixth consecutive Davis Cup championship. 2000 — Dorothy Delasin becomes the LPGA’s youngest winner in 25 years by beating Pat Hurst on the second extra hole to win the Giant Eagle LPGA Classic. 2011 — Yani Tseng wins the Women’s British Open for the second straight year, beating Brittany …

Top 10 inspirational quotes from Olympic athletes
8 months, 1 week ago

Top 10 inspirational quotes from Olympic athletes

The Hindu  

The 2024 Summer Olympics will be taking place from July 26 to August 11 in France, with Paris as the main host city along with 16 other cities. USAIN BOLT “If you’re the Olympic champion then they have to wait four more years to get you again”Usain Bolt Usain Bolt poses with his gold medals after winning the men’s 4 …

With plenty of swimming stars at the 2024 Olympics, France’s Marchand may shine brightest
8 months, 2 weeks ago

With plenty of swimming stars at the 2024 Olympics, France’s Marchand may shine brightest

Associated Press  

Most of the big stars from the last Olympics will be back at the pool in Paris. At last summer’s world championships in Fukuoka, Marchand broke Phelps’ 15-year-old world record in the 400-meter individual medley, to go along with victories in the 200 IM and 200 butterfly — two more of Phelps’ signature events. I know I can improve this.” …

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps wins 8th gold medal at Beijing Games for most ever at an Olympics
1 year, 7 months ago

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps wins 8th gold medal at Beijing Games for most ever at an Olympics

Associated Press  

Aug. 17 1933 — Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees plays his 1,308th straight game to break Everett Scott’s record of 1,307. 1938 — Henry Armstrong wins the lightweight title with a 15-round decision over Lou Ambers and becomes the only boxer to hold world championship titles in three weight divisions simultaneously. 1995 — John Roethlisberger wins the U.S. …

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, August 4 - August 10
1 year, 7 months ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, August 4 - August 10

Associated Press  

Aug. 4 1936 — American athlete Jesse Owens wins his 2nd gold medal at the Berlin Olympics; beats German Luz Long in the long jump final with an Olympic record. 2007 — Lorena Ochoa wins the Women’s British Open — the first women’s professional tournament played at venerable St. Andrews — for her first major title. 2018 — Georgia Hall …

World Aquatics Championships: Katie Ledecky overtakes Michael Phelps for most individual golds
1 year, 7 months ago

World Aquatics Championships: Katie Ledecky overtakes Michael Phelps for most individual golds

Hindustan Times  

Here's why Katie Ledecky is one of the greatest freestyle swimmers in the history of the sport. The 26-year-old American won the 800-freestyle on Saturday at the World Aquatics Championships to become the first swimmer to win six golds in the same event at the worlds. Silver medallist China's Li Bingjie, gold medallist USA's Katie Ledecky and bronze medallist Australia's …

World Aquatics Championships: Katie Ledecky breaks Michael Phelps’ all-time record for most gold medals
1 year, 7 months ago

World Aquatics Championships: Katie Ledecky breaks Michael Phelps’ all-time record for most gold medals

Firstpost  

The victory by the 26-year-old Ledecky made her the first swimmer ever to win the same event six times at the world championships and marked her 16th individual world title, breaking a tie with Michael Phelps for the most individual golds ever at the worlds Fukuoka: Katie Ledecky added to her legacy as the greatest female swimmer in history when …

Ledecky wins 800m freestyle; surpasses Phelps’ record of most individual swimming Worlds gold medals
1 year, 7 months ago

Ledecky wins 800m freestyle; surpasses Phelps’ record of most individual swimming Worlds gold medals

The Hindu  

Katie Ledecky clinched gold in the 800m freestyle at the World Aquatics Championships 2023 to become the swimmer with most gold medals, eclipsing the record of Michael Phelps here on Saturday. Ledecky became the first swimmer to win any event at the world championships six times on Saturday when she won her signature race, the 800m freestyle. RELATES: Katie Ledecky …

Katie Ledecky wins gold in 1,500 at the swimming worlds to tie mark set by Michael Phelps
1 year, 8 months ago

Katie Ledecky wins gold in 1,500 at the swimming worlds to tie mark set by Michael Phelps

Associated Press  

FUKUOKA, Japan — Katie Ledecky won the 1,500-meter freestyle with ease on Tuesday at the World Aquatics Championships in a landmark victory which made her the most decorated female swimmer at the worlds with 20 golds overall, 15 of which have come in individual events. “The last couple of years I’ve just tried to be really locked in on my …

On this day in 2008: Michael Phelps breaks Mark Spitz’s Olympics record
2 years, 7 months ago

On this day in 2008: Michael Phelps breaks Mark Spitz’s Olympics record

The Independent  

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Olympic swimming ends with splashy new records, US gold
3 years, 7 months ago

Olympic swimming ends with splashy new records, US gold

India TV News  

Caeleb Dressel finished off his gold rush at the Tokyo Olympics with two more dazzling swims. He also cruised to a relatively easy victory Sunday in the 50 freestyle, pushing him into a truly elite club of swimmers who won at least five gold medals at one games. I'm very proud of myself.” Mirroring Dressel's final day, McKeon won the …

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
3 years, 7 months ago

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

Associated Press  

Aug. 2 1864 — The first Travers Stakes at Saratoga is won by Kentucky, a horse that scores 20 consecutive victories. 1952 — Five American boxers win gold medals at the Olympics, marking the first time the U.S. wins the unofficial team title. 2009 — Catriona Matthew wins the Women’s British Open for her first major title, beating Karrie Webb …

Powerhouse US swim team shines with 6 medals, 1st US gold
3 years, 8 months ago

Powerhouse US swim team shines with 6 medals, 1st US gold

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Chase Kalisz got things rolling, claiming the first U.S. gold at the Olympic pool. Host Japan won a swimming gold, Tunisia claimed a surprising spot atop the medal podium, and the mighty Australian women set the first world record of the competition in the 4x100 freestyle relay. “A pretty good start for the U.S.,” said Kieran Smith, who …

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
3 years, 8 months ago

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

Associated Press  

July 26 1859 — The first intercollegiate Regatta is held in Worcester, Mass., with Harvard beating Yale and Brown. 1996 — American swimmer Amy Van Dyken wins the 50-meter freestyle to become Atlanta’s first quadruple gold medalist and the first U.S. woman to win four in a single Olympics. 2013 — He Chong wins his record-tying third consecutive world title …

Caeleb Dressel on the precipice of becoming the next Michael Phelps
3 years, 8 months ago

Caeleb Dressel on the precipice of becoming the next Michael Phelps

LA Times  

Caeleb Dressel reacts after winning the men’s 50-meter freestyle at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials on June 20. “Michael changed the sport of swimming,” said Keenan Robinson, Phelps’ longtime strength and conditioning coach who directs sports medicine and science for USA Swimming. Michael Phelps, front, and Caeleb Dressel celebrate after winning gold for the U.S. in the men’s 4X100 freestyle …

Happy Birthday Michael Phelps, the Most Decorated Athlete with 28 Medals at Olympic Games
3 years, 8 months ago

Happy Birthday Michael Phelps, the Most Decorated Athlete with 28 Medals at Olympic Games

News 18  

American legend Michael Phelps is not just the greatest swimmer of all time but also the most decorated athlete in the history of the Olympic Games, with 28 medals in his kitty from five Summer Games. Several Olympics Pundits believe Phelps is built for swimming – his large frame, big feet and broad shoulder. Phelps also holds the records for …

Dressel, Ledecky lead chase for Olympic berths at US trials
3 years, 9 months ago

Dressel, Ledecky lead chase for Olympic berths at US trials

Associated Press  

— Caeleb Dressel wants to command the Olympics the way he’s done at worlds. “I think there’s going to be some world records that go down because there’s been some people that have had to go through a great deal, and they really, really want it bad.” Defending Olympic backstroke champion Ryan Murphy can’t wait to swim in front of …

Michael Phelps is Gone, But Others Ready to Fill The Void
3 years, 9 months ago

Michael Phelps is Gone, But Others Ready to Fill The Void

News 18  

Not long after rolling into town, Michael Phelps would dutifully pop into the interview room to muse on his outlandish accomplishments in the pool. For the first time since 1996, the U.S. Olympic swimming trials are being held without the sport’s biggest star, the guy who won a staggering 23 gold medals and 28 medals overall. Of course, Phelps’ retirement …

After Humbling Michael Phelps in Rio, Joseph Schooling Seeks Another Shock at Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 11 months ago

After Humbling Michael Phelps in Rio, Joseph Schooling Seeks Another Shock at Tokyo Olympics

News 18  

Singapore’s Joseph Schooling famously upset the great Michael Phelps to win Olympic gold but he said “my biggest rival is myself” as he bids to return to form at the Tokyo Games. Schooling, the Southeast Asian city-state’s first Olympic champion, said the year’s pandemic delay had given him extra time to prepare after a disappointing world championships in 2019. But …

Michael Phelps Says World Records Unlikely at Tokyo Olympics
4 years, 3 months ago

Michael Phelps Says World Records Unlikely at Tokyo Olympics

News 18  

Michael Phelps said the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic means it is unlikely any swimming world records will fall when the postponed Olympic Games are held in Tokyo next year. They are swimming like they should be, they are lifting,” said Phelps, who set 39 world records during his career. “With all these pools being shut down, somebody would …

HTLS 2019: Coming back from the Sydney Olympics without a medal was a big motivation, Michael Phelps
5 years, 3 months ago

HTLS 2019: Coming back from the Sydney Olympics without a medal was a big motivation, Michael Phelps

Hindustan Times  

Michael Phelps, the most successful Olympian ever, on Friday revealed the biggest motivation behind his decorated career, that saw him bag 23 Olympic gold medals. Michael Phelps speaks at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit “Coming back I was pretty disappointed. It was a completely new experience and I think each Olympics I learn different things that helped me for …

Another Michael Phelps Record Falls At World Championships
5 years, 7 months ago

Another Michael Phelps Record Falls At World Championships

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Olympic swimming great Michael Phelps has seen his world record legacy nearly wiped out at the FINA world championships in Gwangju, South Korea. Just days after a 19-year-old from Hungary shattered a world record Phelps held for 18 years in the 200-meter butterfly, another young gun ― this one from the United States ― broke Phelps’ record …

Swimming: Michael Phelps hails ‘incredible’ Milak after losing world record
5 years, 8 months ago

Swimming: Michael Phelps hails ‘incredible’ Milak after losing world record

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps paid tribute to Hungarian teenager Kristof Milak’s “beautiful technique” after he took down the American legend’s long-standing 200 metres butterfly record at the world championships in South Korea. Phelps described Milak’s time of one minute, 50.73 seconds in Gwangju as “incredible”, although he admitted his astonishment was tinged with sadness at losing a world record which had stood …

Phelps honored for honesty on mental health, helping others
5 years, 10 months ago

Phelps honored for honesty on mental health, helping others

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — While swimming to Olympic glory, Michael Phelps found comfort in the pool and quite a bit of angst out of it. Because he is willing to share his story of depression and raise awareness of mental health issues, Phelps was given the fifth annual Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion on Tuesday night in Boston. “When I first …

'I felt like a 16-year-old,' swimming ace Michael Phelps recounts his road to glory at 2016 Rio Olympics
5 years, 11 months ago

'I felt like a 16-year-old,' swimming ace Michael Phelps recounts his road to glory at 2016 Rio Olympics

Firstpost  

“I felt like a 16 or 17-year-old kid just enjoying and loving the process. London 2012 and Rio 2016 were both very different and I love both those Olympics just as much,” Phelps said. “It was challenging for me coming after 2008 Olympics and not really having a goal…not finding any motivation after 2012 to train, to perform and do …

There is no coming back now: Michael Phelps
5 years, 11 months ago

There is no coming back now: Michael Phelps

India TV News  

A record-breaking 28 medals in his kitty, the most decorated Olympian Michael Phelps says although Beijing Olympics was the greatest for him the "climb up the mountain" to the Rio Games made it equally special. Phelps won a staggering eight gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, winning all the events he participated in. Hard to say it wasn't the …

Michael Phelps: Did not want to be the second Mark Spitz
6 years, 2 months ago

Michael Phelps: Did not want to be the second Mark Spitz

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps, with 28 medals in his kitty, is undoubtedly the most decorated Olympian of all time. In Mumbai to attend a programme organised by corporate firm True North, Phelps sat in for a chat with Gaurav Kapur on Wednesday evening where he admitted that in a sport like swimming one has to be competitive throughout. The long career, which …

FINA World Championships 2017: Is Caeleb Dressel the true successor to Michael Phelps' throne?
7 years, 7 months ago

FINA World Championships 2017: Is Caeleb Dressel the true successor to Michael Phelps' throne?

Firstpost  

With Michael Phelps back in retirement, Caeleb Dressel stepped out of his idol’s shadow to match the US legend’s tally of seven golds at the world championships in Budapest. Twenty-four hours after becoming the first swimmer to win three golds in one night at a major international meet, Dressel joined Phelps in another elite club: seven golds at the second-biggest …

American Caeleb Dressel ties Michael Phelps’ world championship record with seven gold medals
7 years, 7 months ago

American Caeleb Dressel ties Michael Phelps’ world championship record with seven gold medals

LA Times  

Caeleb Dressel competes during the men’s 4x100-meter medley relay final at the World Championships on July 30 in Budapest, Hungary. Caeleb Dressel won his seventh gold medal of the world championships Sunday, putting the U.S. team ahead to stay with another dominating swim in the 4x100-meter medley relay. epa06117660 Lilly King of the USA is on her way to win …

FINA World Championships: Swimming ushers in new era post Michael Phelps' retirement
7 years, 8 months ago

FINA World Championships: Swimming ushers in new era post Michael Phelps' retirement

Firstpost  

The world swimming championships will usher in a new era following the retirement of American great Michael Phelps when eight days of racing commence at Budapest’s Duna Arena on Sunday. Budapest: The world swimming championships will usher in a new era following the retirement of American great Michael Phelps when eight days of racing commence at Budapest’s Duna Arena on …

Michael Phelps: ‘I locked myself in my room for four days’
7 years, 8 months ago

Michael Phelps: ‘I locked myself in my room for four days’

CNN  

CNN — For a man who glides so quickly and effortlessly through the water it seems perverse to think of Michael Phelps confining himself to one room for four straight days. I was like, ‘That was a really dumb idea, let’s figure this out.’” READ: “My goal was to make the top 100,” Andy Murray Rock bottom Many would have …

Olympics legend Michael Phelps hanging up the suit for good after stellar career and overcoming 'athlete's death'
8 years, 7 months ago

Olympics legend Michael Phelps hanging up the suit for good after stellar career and overcoming 'athlete's death'

Daily Mail  

It is raining hard outside and a storm has whipped sand off Ipanema beach so that banks of it are nestling next to the kerb on the avenue that runs along the ocean front. While three-month-old Boomer weighs ‘probably 15 or 16lbs,’ according to Phelps, his Olympic medals haul tips the scales at 17.97lbs. ‘So it is hard and it …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps says being a little part of Joseph Schooling's inspiration means a lot
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps says being a little part of Joseph Schooling's inspiration means a lot

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps has acknowledged a “small part” in his own dramatic Olympic defeat by Singapore hero Joseph Schooling but bears no grudge. Rio de Janeiro: Michael Phelps has acknowledged a “small part” in his own dramatic Olympic defeat by Singapore hero Joseph Schooling but bears no grudge. Schooling said Phelps “is the reason why I wanted to be a better …

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins last relay gold as US dominate
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins last relay gold as US dominate

Live Mint  

Rio de Janeiro: Michael Phelps captured his 23rd and final Olympic gold medal on Saturday as the US sealed a week of dominance in the pool by winning the men’s and women’s medley relays. Denmark’s Pernille Blume beat a field of world and Olympic champions to take gold in the women’s 50 freestyle and Italy’s Gregorio Paltrinieri won the men’s …

Rio Olympics 2016, day 8 highlights: Michael Phelps signs off with another gold, Mo Farah shines again
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016, day 8 highlights: Michael Phelps signs off with another gold, Mo Farah shines again

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps brought down the curtain on his record-breaking career with his 23rd Olympic gold medal as Mo Farah stole the show at the athletics with a gritty 10,000m win on Saturday. Michael Phelps brought curtain down on his record-breaking career with a 23rd Olympic gold medal before Mo Farah stole the show at the athletics events of Rio Olympics …

Michael Phelps gets another gold, but says it is the last
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps gets another gold, but says it is the last

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Standing atop the medal podium for the 23rd time, Michael Phelps teared up, bit his lip and gave a little nod. “It turned out pretty cool,” Phelps said, another gold medal around his neck. “It’s just a perfect way to finish.” Phelps put the United States ahead to stay on the butterfly leg of the 4x100-meter …

In Final Olympic Race, Michael Phelps Clinches His 23rd Gold Medal
8 years, 7 months ago

In Final Olympic Race, Michael Phelps Clinches His 23rd Gold Medal

The Quint  

The United States won the men’s 4x100 metres medley relay on Saturday after Ryan Murphy had given them a world record start that propelled Michael Phelps to a 23rd gold medal in his final Olympic race. Phelps, who swam the third butterfly leg, ends the most successful Olympic career of all time with 23 golds, three silver and two bronze …

If Michael Phelps Were A Country, Where Would His Gold Medal Tally Rank?
8 years, 7 months ago

If Michael Phelps Were A Country, Where Would His Gold Medal Tally Rank?

NPR  

If Michael Phelps Were A Country, Where Would His Gold Medal Tally Rank? Phelps went out on top Saturday night, winning one last gold in the 4x100-meter medley relay in his final race in Rio, and according to him, his final competitive race ever. Sponsor Message That was his 23rd career gold medal and places the Republic of Phelps in …

Rio 2016: Usain Bolt readies for Olympic action as Michael Phelps takes his final bow
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio 2016: Usain Bolt readies for Olympic action as Michael Phelps takes his final bow

Firstpost  

Swimming great Michael Phelps takes a final bow at the Olympics on Saturday while the Rio curtain rises on another legend as sprinter Usain Bolt guns for three golds. Rio de Janeiro: Swimming great Michael Phelps takes a final bow at the Olympics on Saturday while the Rio curtain rises on another legend as sprinter Usain Bolt guns for three …

In pictures: 10 lesser known facts about ‘Baltimore Bullet’ Michael Phelps
8 years, 7 months ago

In pictures: 10 lesser known facts about ‘Baltimore Bullet’ Michael Phelps

India TV News  

1/11 One of the most decorated Olympian of all times, swimming phenomenon Michael Phelps continued weaving his magic at the ongoing Rio Olympics. Here, we bring you 10 lesser known facts about the “Baltimore Bullet” 2/11 Phelps was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder when he was in sixth grade. 6/11 In the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Phelps won eight gold medals …

Rio Olympics 2016: Joseph Schooling beats Michael Phelps, creates history with Singapore’s first gold
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Joseph Schooling beats Michael Phelps, creates history with Singapore’s first gold

Firstpost  

Singapore exploded in celebration Saturday after homegrown swimming hero Joseph Schooling beat US legend Michael Phelps in the 100m butterfly in Rio to win the tiny republic’s first ever Olympic gold. Singapore: Singapore exploded in celebration Saturday after homegrown swimming hero Joseph Schooling beat US legend Michael Phelps in the 100m butterfly in Rio to win the tiny republic’s first …

Michael Phelps: The man who changed swimming
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps: The man who changed swimming

CNN  

Story highlights Phelps to retire again after Rio 2016 Wins 23rd gold medal in last race Now his rivals are those he inspired Feats have raised US swimming profile CNN — Michael Phelps set out with the goal “to change the sport of swimming.” And, owning a record 23 Olympic gold medals after his final race at Rio 2016 ended …

Column: Michael Phelps follows the GOAT path until the finish
8 years, 7 months ago

Column: Michael Phelps follows the GOAT path until the finish

LA Times  

The U.S. men’s 400-meter medley relay team -- Ryan Murphy, Cody Miller, Michael Phelps, Nathan Adrian -- listen to the national anthem after winning gold on Saturday night. It means a record 23 gold medals, and a record 28 overall, after his butterfly leg pushed the U.S. men’s team to a victory in the 400-meter medley relay. “It’s just insane, …

Rio Highlights: Phelps Ends With 23 Golds; Jamaicans Maintain Sprint Dominance
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Highlights: Phelps Ends With 23 Golds; Jamaicans Maintain Sprint Dominance

NPR  

Rio Highlights: Phelps Ends With 23 Golds; Jamaicans Maintain Sprint Dominance Enlarge this image toggle caption Ian Walton/Getty Images Ian Walton/Getty Images Michael Phelps went out on top, wrapping up the greatest Olympic career ever with one last gold — his 23rd — on Saturday night. Here are the other highlights from Saturday: U.S. Women Rowers Take Third Straight Gold …

Michael Phelps' incredible Olympic journey: Revival in Rio sprung from despair in his heart
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps' incredible Olympic journey: Revival in Rio sprung from despair in his heart

Firstpost  

There weren’t too many mysteries that were beyond the intellect of a certain Albert Einstein. “Generations to come will scarce believe that such a one as this ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth.” The great scientist, if alive today, would have wasted no time using the exact same words to capture the enormity of Phelps’ accomplishments in …

Phelps leaves Lochte in his wake one last time at Olympics
8 years, 7 months ago

Phelps leaves Lochte in his wake one last time at Olympics

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Michael Phelps waggled four fingers, recognizing another historic achievement. In what was billed as the final showdown between two of America’s greatest swimmers, Phelps blew away Lochte — and everyone else — to win his fourth gold medal of the Rio Olympics and 22nd overall with a victory in the 200-meter individual medley Thursday night. He’s …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps wins 200m individual medley for historic 22nd gold
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps wins 200m individual medley for historic 22nd gold

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps seized another slice of Olympic history Thursday with a dominant victory in the 200m individual medley at the Rio Games, his fourth straight in the event. Rio de Janeiro: Michael Phelps seized another slice of Olympic history Thursday with a dominant victory in the 200m individual medley at the Rio Games, his fourth straight in the event. Phelps …

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins 22nd gold in 200m individual medley
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins 22nd gold in 200m individual medley

Live Mint  

Rio De Janeiro: Michael Phelps of the US won the Olympic 200 metres individual medley on Thursday to capture the 22nd gold medal of his career and become the first swimmer to win the same event at four consecutive Games. It was yet another extraordinary swim for Phelps, 31, who has now won two individual and two relay golds at …

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