Swimming: Why Michael Phelps is the superstar of the pool
5 years, 2 months ago

Swimming: Why Michael Phelps is the superstar of the pool

The Hindu  

It was on July 31, 2012 that Michael Phelps officially became the greatest Olympian of all time. It was an event Phelps had utterly dominated for nearly eight years, one in which he had won gold at the two previous Olympic Games and the three preceding World Championships. “I don’t want to swim after I turn 30 and that is in three years and I don’t want to swim for another three years,” he said after his final race at the 2012 Olympics. “I didn’t want to be alive.” He told the Today show later that he never even wanted to compete in the 2012 Olympics. “He said I was his hero, and then he was calling me out.” And so the men’s 200m butterfly in Rio became the most eagerly anticipated swimming race in years.

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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 …

Michael Phelps rejoins NBC’s Olympic broadcast team for swimming coverage in Paris
9 months, 1 week ago

Michael Phelps rejoins NBC’s Olympic broadcast team for swimming coverage in Paris

New York Times  

Michael Phelps is back in the broadcast booth. The American swimmer and most decorated Olympian of all time will return to NBC’s Olympic broadcast team for swimming coverage at the Paris Games, the network announced Friday. Phelps was a part of NBC’s swimming broadcast team during the Tokyo Games in 2021. “I would make them eat every word they said …

After Phelps, a kinder, gentler Bob Bowman still producing top swimmers
1 year, 8 months ago

After Phelps, a kinder, gentler Bob Bowman still producing top swimmers

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — When Bob Bowman was coaching the world’s greatest swimmer, he’d be the first to concede he was not a very nice person at the pool. “I’m so different,” the 58-year-old Bowman said, breaking into a nervous chuckle when asked specifically what that means. “I’m really proud to see where Bob is at now,” said Chase Kalisz, who was …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Another Michael Phelps Record Falls At World Championships
5 years, 8 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 …

World Swimming Championships: Milak crushes Phelps’ 10-year-old record
5 years, 8 months ago

World Swimming Championships: Milak crushes Phelps’ 10-year-old record

The Hindu  

Chinese giant Sun Yang suffered defeat on Wednesday after an emotional week in which he has clashed with rival swimmers over doping allegations, while Hungarian teenager Kristof Milak shattered Michael Phelps’s 200m butterfly world record. Triple Olympic champion Sun had already retained his 200 and 400m crown in Gwangju but he finished a distant sixth in the 800m final behind …

Teenager breaks 10-year-old Michael Phelps world record
5 years, 8 months ago

Teenager breaks 10-year-old Michael Phelps world record

The Independent  

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World Aquatics Championships: Kristof Milak breaks Michael Phelps' 200m record; veteran Federica Pellegrini stuns Katie Ledecky
5 years, 8 months ago

World Aquatics Championships: Kristof Milak breaks Michael Phelps' 200m record; veteran Federica Pellegrini stuns Katie Ledecky

Firstpost  

Milak touched in 1 minute, 50.73 seconds on Wednesday to lower the mark of 1:51.51 that Phelps set at the 2009 worlds in Rome during the height of the high-tech suit era Gwangju: Federica Pellegrini defeated a field of younger competitors, minus ailing Katie Ledecky, to win the 200-meter freestyle at the world swimming championships on Wednesday night. Kristof Milak …

'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’d like to be able to save a life if I can’
6 years, 7 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.” …

Commonwealth Games 2018: Chad le Clos dismisses comparison with Michael Phelps after dominant run in event
6 years, 11 months ago

Commonwealth Games 2018: Chad le Clos dismisses comparison with Michael Phelps after dominant run in event

Firstpost  

Chad le Clos shot to fame after taking down American swimming legend Michael Phelps at the 2012 Olympics, and proved over the past week on the Gold Coast that he will be a force to be reckoned with at the Tokyo Games in 2020. Gold Coast, Australia: He’s tiptoeing lightly around the subject so whisper it, but South Africa’s Chad …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

More history for Michael Phelps, a first for Simone Manuel
8 years, 7 months ago

More history for Michael Phelps, a first for Simone Manuel

LA Times  

Michael Phelps shows off his fourth gold medal of the Rio Olympics on Thursday night after winning the 200-meter individual medley. “Every single day I’m living a dream come true,” said Phelps, now owner of a record 26 Olympic medals, 22 of them gold. “I want to finish my career how I want, so that’s what I’m doing.” Lochte, who …

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 …

Phenomenal Phelps
8 years, 7 months ago

Phenomenal Phelps

ABP News  

RIO DE JANEIRO: Michael Phelps sat alone, thoroughly exhausted. "That was probably one of my most challenging doubles," the 31-year-old Phelps said. "That's a lot of medals," Phelps said, shaking his head. "Going into the finish I said, 'If I have to take a half-stroke, I'm going to take a half stroke," Phelps said. "That event was kind of like …

Rio Olympics 2016, day 4 highlights: Michael Phelps' 21st gold, green water, security fears and more
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016, day 4 highlights: Michael Phelps' 21st gold, green water, security fears and more

Firstpost  

In an unforgettable display of Olympic power Michael Phelps won two more finals to take his historic all-time record load to 21 golds and entrench his legendary status. His majestic display came on a day that Hungary’s ‘Iron Lady’ Katinka Hosszu took her third gold of the week while American gymnast Simone Biles made a flying start to her bid …

Rio 2016: Michael Phelps’ magic continues, bags 21st Olympic gold medal
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio 2016: Michael Phelps’ magic continues, bags 21st Olympic gold medal

India TV News  

Record-breaking Michael Phelps extended his tally to 21 Olympic gold medals as he won individual and team titles at the Rio Olympics on Tuesday. Entering the arena like a gladiator, his face a granite mask of concentration, Phelps dominated a grudge final le Clos had billed as "Ali versus Frazier" to become the oldest individual swimming gold medallist in Olympic …

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps wins 20th gold medal, with 200-meter butterfly
8 years, 7 months ago

Rio Olympics 2016: Michael Phelps wins 20th gold medal, with 200-meter butterfly

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps won his 20th Olympic gold medal Tuesday after pulverising fierce rival Chad le Clos to regain his 200m butterfly title in a grudge race bristling with emotion. Ledecky held off Sweden’s Sarah Sjostrom to win the 200 freestyle and give the American star her second gold of the Rio Games. I’m just so glad I got my hand …

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 …

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 …

Rio 2016: Michael Phelps backs out of 200m freestyle ahead of US Olympic trials
8 years, 9 months ago

Rio 2016: Michael Phelps backs out of 200m freestyle ahead of US Olympic trials

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps won’t swim the 200m freestyle at the US Olympic trials, leaving the swimmer with just four events in his push to qualify for Rio Olympics. Omaha,USA: Michael Phelps won’t swim the 200m freestyle at the US Olympic trials, leaving the 18-time gold medalist with four events in his push to qualify for the Rio Games. While a strong …

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 focused on improving in and out of pool
9 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps focused on improving in and out of pool

Associated Press  

Michael Phelps is still focused on going fast in the pool. “Obviously, I’d like to be competing at worlds,” Phelps said. I didn’t say I was going to take a year off from drinking and not have a drink.” Phelps, who has won 18 golds and 22 medals overall at the last three Olympics, retired from swimming after the 2012 …

Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps arrested on DUI charge
10 years, 5 months ago

Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps arrested on DUI charge

CNN  

Story highlights Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps apologizes to people he "let down" 22-time Olympic medalist is arrested on a DUI charge A Land Rover he was driving in Baltimore was stopped for speeding Phelps, 29, returned to swimming in April, about two years ahead of next Olympics CNN — Legendary Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all …

Michael Phelps having fun in his return to swimming
10 years, 11 months ago

Michael Phelps having fun in his return to swimming

India TV News  

MESA, Arizona : Michael Phelps is making a comeback after nearly two years out of competitive swimming pool for the simplest of reasons: He missed the sport that has been his entire life. "Phelps insists he has few expectations beyond regaining his feel for racing, something he hasn't done since ending his career with a gold medal in the 400 …

Phelps to come out of retirement ahead of 2016 Rio Olympics
10 years, 11 months ago

Phelps to come out of retirement ahead of 2016 Rio Olympics

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps will come out of retirement next week, the clearest signal yet that he is getting ready to make an Olympic comeback at 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. Michael Phelps, the most decorated swimmer of all time, will come out of retirement next week, the clearest signal yet that he is getting ready to make an Olympic comeback at …

The five most memorable Michael Phelps moments
10 years, 11 months ago

The five most memorable Michael Phelps moments

Firstpost  

Michael Phelps is coming out of retirement to swim next week at the Arena Grand Prix in Arizona. 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, refusing even to acknowledge it’s the first step toward competing …

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, …

Is Michael Phelps making a return to competitive swimming?
11 years, 4 months ago

Is Michael Phelps making a return to competitive swimming?

Firstpost  

Phelps retired after winning four gold and two silver medals at the 2012 London Olympics to take his career tally to 22, 18 of which were gold. Michael Phelps has rejoined the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency’s drug testing programme in a signal the most decorated Olympian could be considering a return to the swimming pool in time for the Rio de …

South African Le Clos makes history in World 200m butterfly final
11 years, 7 months ago

South African Le Clos makes history in World 200m butterfly final

Firstpost  

The man, who beat Michael Phelps to gold in the same event in London in 2012, produced a powerful last lap Wednesday after it looked as if he was fading against the challenge. South African Chad Le Clos made history here when he became the first non-European or American swimmer to win a World Championship gold medal in the 200 …

Swimming world championship opens in post-Michael Phelps era
11 years, 8 months ago

Swimming world championship opens in post-Michael Phelps era

India TV News  

Barcelona, July 18:The biennial swimming world championships begins on Saturday, and for the first time in more than a decade Michael Phelps won't be competing. Life goes on and on,” FINA executive director Cornel Marculescu told The Associated Press.The first week of the championships is highlighted by diving with that spectacular view of the city from the same Montjuic pool …

Swimming world championship opens in post-Michael Phelps era
11 years, 8 months ago

Swimming world championship opens in post-Michael Phelps era

The Hindu  

The biennial swimming world championships begins on Saturday, and for the first time in more than a decade Michael Phelps won’t be competing. The first week of the championships is highlighted by diving with that spectacular view of the city from the same Montjuic pool used for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, plus open water swimming in the harbor. The main …

Le Clos, Phelps top 100 fly heats at Olympics
12 years, 7 months ago

Le Clos, Phelps top 100 fly heats at Olympics

The Hindu  

Chad Le Clos was the fastest qualifier in the 100-meter butterfly preliminaries at the London Olympics on Thursday, with Michael Phelps second after rallying from last at the turn. “It didn’t feel like that was everything coming together, so hopefully I can make that happen in the next two swims.” “I felt like I was a little rushed,” Ervin said. …

Olympics recap: Michael Phelps reaches the end
12 years, 7 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 …

Phelps primed for an encore
12 years, 8 months ago

Phelps primed for an encore

The Hindu  

Swimming, one of the three disciplines which has figured in every Olympics since the modern Games took birth at Athens in 1896, has always been an American preserve with the rare exception or two. While the fight between the two could provide a few exciting moments, China could be heading for its first two gold medals in the men’s section …

Phelps Will Not Try For 8 Medals This Year
12 years, 8 months ago

Phelps Will Not Try For 8 Medals This Year

NPR  

Phelps Will Not Try For 8 Medals This Year Enlarge this image toggle caption Frederic J. Brown/AFP/Getty Images Frederic J. Brown/AFP/Getty Images Michael Phelps, the American Olympic swimming star, will not try to repeat his incredible feat of Beijing. Phelps collected eight gold medals in 2008, which essentially cemented his place as the the best swimmer the world has seen. …

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