Michael Phelps

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Full Name:	Michael Phelps
Nickname(s):	The Baltimore Bullet, Mr. Swimming, GOAT
Born:	June 30th, 1985
	Towson, Maryland, USA
Nationality:	United States
Status:	Retired

Michael Fred Phelps II is known principally as the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a total of 28 Olympic medals, 23 of them gold, spanning over four Olympic Games. He has actually competed at five Olympics; however, he did not medal at his first Games in Sydney, Australia. He is recognized for his formidable butterfly, though he also specializes in individual medleys and the 100 and 200-meter freestyle. At 31-years-old, Phelps retired from swimming as the greatest of all-time. His retirement came just days after finishing his fifth Olympics with five golds and a silver medal. In the beginning Michael Phelps was born in Towson, Maryland on June 30, 1985 to Fred and Debbie Phelps. While following in the wake of his two older sisters, Whitney and Hilary, a young Phelps was initially fearful of putting his face in the water. However, he overcame this discomfort and, in 1996, was inspired by the performances of Tom Malchow and Tom Dolan during the Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia. Shortly thereafter, he joined the North Baltimore Athletic Club, where he met Bob Bowman, the coach who would see him through the highs and lows of the rest of his career. 2000 Olympic Games Though Phelps struggled in school …

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Phelps says everything is clicking for London (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning)

Michael Phelps featured on CBS 60 Minutes Tonight

Anderson Cooper, 60 Minutes contributor: “How much is left Michael’s tank for London?” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

4×100 Free Relay, London Olympic Preview

The men’s 4×100 freestyle relay may be the most competitive race at the London Olympic Games.

Endless Pools & Swim Across America Partner

Endless Pools & SAA partner on Sweepstakes to win an Endless Pool Swim Spa. (PHOTO: Janel Jorgensen, Olympic medalist & President of SAA.)

Andrew With an Encore – NAG #2 in Clearwater

Michael Andrew took down the 2nd NAG Record of his final meet as an 11-12 on Saturday.

Murphy NAG Record; Phelps World-Leading IM Wrap-Up Indy GP

Michael Phelps was feeling his 200 IM on the final night of the 2012 Indy Grand Prix. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Phelps Returns to Old Form in 400 IM in Indy

Don’t let his post-race expression fool you. This was an outstanding swim for Mr. Phelps. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Phelps-Clary Set for 400 IM Duel in Indy

Michael Phelps looked easy through in his 400 IM, but Clary won’t get up the title without a fight (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Adrian Rips Suit; Lochte Swims Lifetime Best

Nathan Adrian swam through a ripped suit to win the 100 free, and Ryan Lochte swam a lifetime best. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Burckle Goes Lifetime Best in Indy Prelims

There were a ton of awesome swims on morning 1 in Indy, and several top-3-in-the-world swims, but Burckle’s 200 breast stands above all. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Phelps Receives Huge Honor Ahead of Games

He won’t get a trophy, but Michael Phelps receives a huge honor from the London transport system

Indy GP Preview: Another 400 IM for Phelps?

The 2012 version of the Indy Grand Prix already hit controversy before the meet even started. The requested entries for the…

Phelps vs Lochte, London Showdown

Michael Phelps is back, swimming strong. How will he fare against long-time friend Ryan Lochte?

Celebrity Swim Tuesday: Timothy Olyphant

Before Timothy Olyphant starred in movies and TV, he was a national swimming finalist in the 200 I.M.

The Callout: March 12, 2012

The first Callout ever. FINA Olympic Qualification, Hilary Phelps and a special thanks.