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

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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 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. “I don’t think anybody knows,” Bob Bowman told Reuters in a phone interview when asked if Phelps’s return to competitive swimming was a step toward swimming at the 2016 Olympics. “And he tweeted me back and said ‘I will!’ “You know I feel sorry for those swimmers who thought they had a better shot of winning a gold because Michael Phelps was retired.

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One and done: Michael Phelps calls for a lifetime ban for anyone who’s caught doping
7 months, 2 weeks 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, …

Meet Léon Marchand, the ‘French Michael Phelps’ ready to rule his home Olympics
8 months ago

Meet Léon Marchand, the ‘French Michael Phelps’ ready to rule his home Olympics

New York Times  

Follow our Olympics coverage in the lead-up to the Paris Games. It’s a photo of Bowman’s newest protégé, Léon Marchand, taken the moment he realized he’d broken the world record in the men’s 400-meter individual medley last summer in Fukuoka, Japan. But this tiny little French kid who’s got a completely different personality than Michael did and a completely different …

Michael Phelps returning to NBC broadcast booth for Paris Olympics swimming coverage
9 months ago

Michael Phelps returning to NBC broadcast booth for Paris Olympics swimming coverage

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Michael Phelps will be back in the broadcast booth for the Paris Olympics. NBCUniversal announced Friday that Phelps will be a part of its coverage team for the second Olympics in a row, following his role at the pandemic-delayed Tokyo Games in 2021. “We are excited to have Michael return to our coverage across both daytime and primetime, …

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

Michael Phelps, Vonn headline Team USA Hall of Fame's Class of 2022
2 years, 9 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, 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 …

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 …

Phelps says world records unlikely in Tokyo
4 years, 3 months 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, 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 …

Tokyo Olympics postponed: Phelps worried about mental health
5 years 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 …

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 …

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 …

'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

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“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 …

Olympic great Michael Phelps watches Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings clash at Kotla. See Pic
5 years, 11 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
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 …

Legend Phelps slams WADA for lifting Russia doping ban
6 years, 6 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, 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.” …

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 …

Caeleb Dressel: American swimmer can match Michael Phelps, says Mark Foster
7 years, 7 months ago

Caeleb Dressel: American swimmer can match Michael Phelps, says Mark Foster

CNN  

Story highlights Dressel is first swimmer to win three golds in one night American has equaled Phelps' 2007 record of seven world titles Twenty-year-old studies at University of Florida CNN — Caeleb Dressel is only 20 years old, but he’s already making history. So bright is Dressel’s future that, according to former world champion Mark Foster, the American can not …

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 …

Michael Phelps takes centre stage in the push for global anti-doping reforms
8 years ago

Michael Phelps takes centre stage in the push for global anti-doping reforms

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Michael Phelps …

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

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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 …

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 …

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: 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, …

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 …

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 …

Michael Phelps Breaks 2,000-Year-Old Record For Individual Olympic Titles
8 years, 7 months ago

Michael Phelps Breaks 2,000-Year-Old Record For Individual Olympic Titles

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING When he was 15, Michael Phelps dreamed about one day winning a gold medal in the Olympics. Enough golds to further cement his status as the most-decorated Olympian of all time and ― somehow even more impressively ― enough individual victories to break a more than 2,000-year-old Olympic record, set by Leonidas of Rhodes in 152 B.C. …

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 …

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

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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 …

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 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 …

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