Crying Americans: US swimmers get emotional at Rio Olympic Games
8 years, 7 months ago

Crying Americans: US swimmers get emotional at Rio Olympic Games

ABP News  

Held broke down crying, his shoulders shaking, his eyes squeezed shut after the Americans won the 4x100-meter freestyle relay on the second night of swimming at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics on Sunday. Caeleb Dressel, Michael Phelps, Nathan Adrian and Held teamed to claim the gold in 3 minutes, 9.92 seconds for the first time since the 2008 Beijing Games. The Americans lost the race four years ago in London and didn't even make the final at last year's world championships in Russia, when Phelps was suspended for his second DUI. United States' gold medal winner Ryan Held cries during the medal ceremony for the men's 4x100-meter freestyle relay final at the swimming competitions at the 2016 Summer Olympics, on Monday, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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'Wow': Michael Phelps Flares Up Over Aussie Swimmer's Jab At U.S. Team
9 months ago

'Wow': Michael Phelps Flares Up Over Aussie Swimmer's Jab At U.S. Team

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Michael Phelps got pretty fired up watching an Australian swimmer’s criticism of her American rivals from last year. In a clip posted Friday by NBC Olympics, the Olympic swimming legend was asked to react to a video of Australia’s Cate Campbell ripping into U.S. swimmers at the 2023 World Championships in Japan. Campbell, a four-time Olympic gold …

Epic swims: Dressel, McKeon take place among Olympic greats
3 years, 7 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 …

Olympics: Tears flow in Tokyo as Britain win 4x200m relay gold and Tom Dean makes history
3 years, 8 months ago

Olympics: Tears flow in Tokyo as Britain win 4x200m relay gold and Tom Dean makes history

The Independent  

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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 …

Michael Phelps reflects on sideline role during Olympic trials
3 years, 9 months ago

Michael Phelps reflects on sideline role during Olympic trials

LA Times  

Michael Phelps speaks during a conference before the CES tech show in Las Vegas. We want to make swimming bigger, and Phelps definitely did that.” Added Keenan Robinson, Phelps’ longtime strength and conditioning coach who is the director of sports medicine and science for USA Swimming: “He made it cool to swim.” The influence extends far beyond the video of …

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

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 …

Phelps — the greatest Olympian of all time
8 years, 7 months ago

Phelps — the greatest Olympian of all time

The Hindu  

Michael Phelps was a changed man, we were told. “I didn’t know I only won by 0.04 until the awards ceremony, but just seeing the number one next to my name just one more time in the 200m fly, I couldn’t have scripted it any better.” Phelps leaves Rio de Janeiro with 23 Olympic gold medals, having claimed five of …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Michael Phelps wins 22nd Olympic gold medal
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps wins 22nd Olympic gold medal

Daily Mail  

Michael Phelps won his fourth gold medal of the Rio Olympics on Thursday night, crushing the field to claim the 200m individual medley. It amounts to an astonishing 22nd gold medal across the American's remarkable career and maintains his perfect record in the discipline, with Phelps having won the medley in each of the past four Games. Gold medalist Michael …

Phelps Wins Gold In The Men's 200 IM, Beating Lochte And A Talented Field
8 years, 7 months ago

Phelps Wins Gold In The Men's 200 IM, Beating Lochte And A Talented Field

NPR  

Phelps Wins Gold In The Men's 200 IM, Beating Lochte And A Talented Field Enlarge this image toggle caption Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images It was expected to be closer than this — but in their fourth race in the men's 200-meter individual medley, Michael Phelps took gold, as usual, and Ryan Lochte faded out of medal contention in …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte enter semis of men's 200m individual medley
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte enter semis of men's 200m individual medley

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte edged closer to an epic last chapter in their long-running rivalry as they booked semi-final berths in the men’s 200m individual medley in Rio Olympics. Rio de Janeiro: Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte edged closer to an epic last chapter in their long-running rivalry as they booked semi-final berths in the men’s 200m individual medley …

On Michael Pehlp’s 21st Olympics Gold, Twitteratti come up with hilarious memes
8 years, 7 months ago

On Michael Pehlp’s 21st Olympics Gold, Twitteratti come up with hilarious memes

India TV News  

American Michael Phelps won his 20th and 21st gold medals of the Olympics on Tuesday, thus creating a feat, many would not even dream to achieve. Phelps made up for one of the rare losses in his brilliant career by winning the 200-meter butterfly on Tuesday night, a victory that sent him climbing into the stands to kiss his 3-month-old …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps says 'there wasn't a shot in hell' of losing out on 21st medal
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps says 'there wasn't a shot in hell' of losing out on 21st medal

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps won two more finals to take his historic all-time record load to 21 golds and cement his legendary status. Phelps beat Japan’s Masato Sakai by just four hundredths of a second to take the 200m butterfly and later anchored the US 4x200m freestyle relay team to victory. “I honestly I don’t know at this very moment where that …

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins 21st gold in freestyle relay
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics: Michael Phelps wins 21st gold in freestyle relay

Live Mint  

Rio De Janeiro: Michael Phelps claimed his second gold medal in one night and the 21st of his career as the US won the men’s 4x200 metres Olympic freestyle relay on Tuesday. The most successful Olympian of all time swam the final leg to extend his career tally to a total of 25 medals, also including two silver and two …

Michael Phelps Wins His 19th Olympic Gold
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps Wins His 19th Olympic Gold

Huff Post  

RIO DE JANEIRO - Michael Phelps made all the difference as he won the 19th Olympic gold medal of his astonishing career on Sunday and helped the U.S. men’s team to victory in the 4x100 meters freestyle relay. “It was so loud, I don’t think I’ve ever heard something like that.” The most decorated Olympian of all time has now …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps leads Team USA in hope of final hurrah
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps leads Team USA in hope of final hurrah

Firstpost  

Once again Olympic legend Michael Phelps leads the mighty United States into battle in the Olympic competition pool. Rio de Janeiro: Once again Michael Phelps leads the mighty United States into battle in the Olympic competition pool, where traditional rivals Australia are just one country with the Americans in their sights. “Nobody is busy with what happened or what might …

Michael Phelps triumphs over Ryan Lochte at US Olympic Swimming trials in 200m medley
8 years, 8 months ago

Michael Phelps triumphs over Ryan Lochte at US Olympic Swimming trials in 200m medley

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps will go for a fourth straight 200m medley gold in Rio after out-dueling old foe Ryan Lochte in a thriller at the US Olympic swimming trials. Omaha: Michael Phelps will go for a fourth straight 200m medley gold in Rio after out-dueling old foe Ryan Lochte in a thriller at the US Olympic swimming trials on Friday. It’s …

Michael Phelps: '100%' ready for Rio
9 years ago

Michael Phelps: '100%' ready for Rio

China Daily  

China is seeing a surge in sports participation, and maybesomeday it will have an Olympic swimmer who can strive for the success of American swimming legend Michael Phelps. Michael Phelps, the American swimmer who has won the most medals of any Olympic competitor, talks about his training and preparation for his last splash in the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics. Phelps, …

Michael Phelps sets tone for Rio race with blistering 200m butterfly win
9 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps sets tone for Rio race with blistering 200m butterfly win

India TV News  

San Antonio: Michael Phelps showed he's still a formidable force as the Rio Olympics approach, clocking a stunning 1min 52.94sec to win the 200m butterfly at the US swimming championships. “This next year is going to be pretty damn fun,” a laughing Phelps said after posting the fastest time in the world this year—eclipsing Hungarian Laszlo Cseh's world championship-winning time …

Phelps will be racing himself in swimming comeback[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
10 years, 11 months ago

Phelps will be racing himself in swimming comeback[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

United States' Michael Phelps swims in the men's 4 X 100-meter medley relay at the Aquatics Centre in the Olympic Park during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian ever, is coming out of retirement to swim next week at the Arena Grand Prix in Arizona. The swimmer's camp is remaining low-key about the comeback, …

London 2012 Olympics: Michael Phelps helps United States win 4x100m relay
12 years, 7 months ago

London 2012 Olympics: Michael Phelps helps United States win 4x100m relay

Daily Mail  

Michael Phelps brought to an end an unparalleled career as he bowed out of the Olympics with 18 gold medals and 22 overall. Farewell: Michael Phelps retired on a high after winning the 4x100m medley relay His London Games did not start off so well with fourth place in the 400m individual medley - his worst result since Sydney - …

Phelps Wins His 18th Gold Medal, As His Olympic Career Ends
12 years, 7 months ago

Phelps Wins His 18th Gold Medal, As His Olympic Career Ends

NPR  

Phelps Wins His 18th Gold Medal, As His Olympic Career Ends Enlarge this image toggle caption Christophe Simon/AFP/Getty Images Christophe Simon/AFP/Getty Images Swimming the final race of his Olympic career, Michael Phelps gilded his resume just a bit more, helping the U.S. men's 4x100m medley relay team claim the gold medal at London's aquatic center. Phelps turned away a surprising …

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 …

Olympics recap: Michael Phelps reaches the end
12 years, 8 months ago

Olympics recap: Michael Phelps reaches the end

Salon  

I first met Michael Phelps in June 2004 when he was still an 18-year-old Olympic hopeful. Michael wasn’t the most reflective kid in the world – I don’t think I’m dropping any secrets here -- and it was one of the things I liked best about him. “Oh, man, give me French vanilla ice cream served in big-ass waffle cones …

菲尔普斯：一手夺金一手破记录-英语点津
16 years, 7 months ago

菲尔普斯：一手夺金一手破记录-英语点津

China Daily  

Michael Phelps at the end of the 200m butterfly race yesterday, breathing heavily, rubbing his eyes and hanging on to the lane rope. There was a trace of disappointment when he said: "I wanted a world record, I wanted 1:51 or better, but in the circumstances not too bad I guess." Phelps set a blistering pace of 1:43.31 that got …

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