There is no coming back now: Michael Phelps
5 years, 9 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 greatest because I won eight medals but coming back to competing in Rio and the journey to it, that climb up the mountain was an amazing process. "In the swimming world, I have been able to achieve whatever I wanted that's what made 2016 so good," he said at the opening of the first 'Under Armour' store in New Delhi.

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One and done: Michael Phelps calls for a lifetime ban for anyone who’s caught doping
5 months, 1 week ago

One and done: Michael Phelps calls for a lifetime ban for anyone who’s caught doping

Associated Press  

PARIS — In the wake of a Chinese doping scandal, Michael Phelps doubled down Monday on his support for tougher sanctions — including a lifetime ban for anyone who tests positive for a banned substance. “Keep the Olympics about integrity.” Watching Marchand’s big moments Phelps said he was not surprised at all by Léon Marchand’s performance at his home Olympics, …

Today in Sports - Michael Phelps breaks the Olympic medals record with his 19th
5 months, 2 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 …

On this day in 2008: Michael Phelps breaks Mark Spitz’s Olympics record
2 years, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Michael Phelps, Vonn headline Team USA Hall of Fame's Class of 2022
2 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps, Vonn headline Team USA Hall of Fame's Class of 2022

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, and alpine skiing great Lindsey Vonn headlined the United States Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame Class of 2022 that was announced on Monday. Among the 12 individuals being inducted are Natalie Coughlin, Mia Hamm, Michelle Kwan, the late Pat Summitt and former tennis great Billie Jean King who will go …

Epic swims: Dressel, McKeon take place among Olympic greats
3 years, 5 months ago

Epic swims: Dressel, McKeon take place among Olympic greats

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Caeleb Dressel finished off his gold rush at the Tokyo Olympics with two more dazzling swims. “I’m really glad to be done,” said the tattooed, 24-year-old Floridian, who captured his fourth and fifth gold medals of the Tokyo Games on Sunday. “I’m very proud of myself.” Dressel was perfect in the events he had a chance in, capping …

Powerhouse US swim team shines with 6 medals, 1st US gold
3 years, 5 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 …

Happy Birthday Michael Phelps, the Most Decorated Athlete with 28 Medals at Olympic Games
3 years, 6 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, 7 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, 7 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, 9 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 …

Phelps says world records unlikely in Tokyo
4 years, 1 month ago

Phelps says world records unlikely in Tokyo

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps said the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic means it is unlikely any swimming world records will fall when the postponed Olympics 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 have …

Michael Phelps Says World Records Unlikely at Tokyo Olympics
4 years, 1 month 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 …

Tokyo Olympics postponed: Phelps worried about mental health
4 years, 9 months ago

Tokyo Olympics postponed: Phelps worried about mental health

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps has been open about his mental health struggles, even as he became the most decorated athlete in Olympic history. I can’t imagine what these athletes are going through right now.” In an telephone interview from his Arizona home, where he is largely hunkered down like so many others around the globe, Phelps gave reluctant praise to the International …

HTLS 2019: Coming back from the Sydney Olympics without a medal was a big motivation, Michael Phelps
5 years, 1 month 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, 5 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 …

'I felt like a 16-year-old,' swimming ace Michael Phelps recounts his road to glory at 2016 Rio Olympics
5 years, 9 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 …

Olympic great Michael Phelps watches Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings clash at Kotla. See Pic
5 years, 9 months ago

Olympic great Michael Phelps watches Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings clash at Kotla. See Pic

India TV News  

Ace American swimmer and the most decorated Olympian, Michael Phelps was present at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium in Delhi to watch the IPL 2019 clash between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday. Considered the greatest swimmer of all time, Phelps couldn't save himself from the IPL fever and went to attend the match at Kotla. Phelps, who …

Michael Phelps: Did not want to be the second Mark Spitz
5 years, 11 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 …

Legend Phelps slams WADA for lifting Russia doping ban
6 years, 3 months ago

Legend Phelps slams WADA for lifting Russia doping ban

The Hindu  

Olympic legend Michael Phelps called for new leadership in the fight against drugs in sport on Friday after the World Anti-Doping Agency controversially reinstated Russia's tainted anti-drugs body. The American swimming great said it was “sad” that WADA had lifted its three-year ban on Russia's RUSADA, which paves the way for Russian athletes to return to competition. “Somebody has to …

Michael Phelps: ‘I’d like to be able to save a life if I can’
6 years, 4 months ago

Michael Phelps: ‘I’d like to be able to save a life if I can’

CNN  

Story highlights Phelps discusses 'dark road' of depression Now helping others tackle mental health problems CNN — It was in 2014, following a second drink driving charge and a six-month suspension from USA Swimming, that Michael Phelps started to talk. “I’m very comfortable talking to my wife, I’m comfortable talking with a therapist … but in the beginning I wasn’t.” …

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