Experts Michael Phelps and Coach Krzyewski Discuss Greatness
Charlie Rose recently sat down to interview two of the sporting world’s bests, Michael Phelps and basketball coach Mike Krzyewski, to discuss…
King Kyle has Some Fun Chatting with the Thorpedo
Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers sits down with Ian Thorpe for two very different interviews…
Video Interview: Hosszu Considered 2012 Retirement, Now Plans to Swim In Tokyo
World record-holder Katinka Hosszu says disappointment at the 2012 London Olympics had her set on retirement, but now plans to swim through the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
Missy Franklin Talks Training Camp, Team Aspect of Swimming (Video)
Franklin, who won 4 gold medals at the 2012 Olympics, will be swimming the 200 back, 200 free, and the free relays in Rio. She’ll be looking to defend her title in the 200 back, which she won in London with a World Record time of 2:04.06.
Lochte Considers Himself an Underdog to Hagino; Will Swim Beyond Rio
When asked if he plans to retire after Rio, Lochte said he won’t stop swimming until he stops having fun. Right now, he’s finding the love for the sport that he had as a little kid, and hinted that he doesn’t think this will be his last go around.
Katie Ledecky Feeling the Excitement from Team USA Newcomers (Video)
At just 19 years old, Ledecky will be swimming in her 2nd Olympics, having won gold in the 800 meter freestyle at the London Olympics. Though she’s made the team before, Ledecky is just as excited this time around, partially due to the excitement the first time Olympians bring.
Natalie Coughlin Pulls Out of 50 Freestyle, Her Final Trials Race
UPDATE: See the full Natalie Coughlin press conference!
Matt Grevers on the 100 Back: “I Want to Hold My Title” (Video)
In the conference, Grevers discussed the highly anticipated matchup between himself, David Plummer, and Ryan Murphy in that event. He expects it to be one of the fastest races of the meet, and thinks it’s possible for all 3 of them to be right there with the World Record.
Dana Vollmer: “The Hard Times Have Made Me Stronger Than Ever” (Video)
Vollmer’s family has made the whole experience different for her. The combination of perspective, emotional strength, and being able to feel like she can handle anything life throws at her has made her swim faster.
Watch: Todd Schmitz on 2012 “Call Me Maybe,” Culture of U.S. Team
“In the team’s area at the Olympics, the American almost always have the most athletes sitting there because they’re truly invested in it. As kids finish the meet, you’ll listen to them walk into the next session like, ‘Alright! I’m the number one cheerleader now!'”
10KM Open Water World Cup: Winner Interviews (Video)
Watch interviews from the top-3 finishers at the 2016 Open Water World Cup stop in Balatonfüred.
Michael Phelps Discusses Orlando Shootings in Newest Facebook Live
22-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps has posted the latest installment of his ongoing weekly “Facebook Live” video series, and opened by discussing…
Watch: Cullen Jones on Good Morning America
Early this morning, U.S. Olympian Cullen Jones got an opportunity to bring some recognition to the sport with his segment on Good Morning America.
Ross Murdoch 200 Breaststroke Gold: “I Had To Stay Disciplined”
Ross Murdoch depends on his ability to apply power in his streamline to bust out wins like his 200m breaststroke gold tonight in London.
