michael phelps

While the 2008 Summer Olympics left the world with several memories, the greatest story was probably American swimmer Michael Phelps for winning an unprecedented eight gold medals in a single Olympiad, breaking Mark Spitz' record of seven. More impressive still, seven of Phelps' swims were world records (less impressive, however, were his comedic stylings when hosting Saturday Night Live in September 2008).

Counting the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Phelps has more gold medals (14) and individual gold medals (9) than anyone else in history.

After Beijing, Phelps instantly became a household name, launching Internet rumors that one of the wins was the result of a pro-Phelps corporate conspiracy. He had also been reportedly dating Australian Olympic swimming hottie Stephanie Rice at one time. While Phelps may one day settle down and start a family, he might just be better off selling his sperm.

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• Michael Phelps’ New Stache, Splits With Girlfriend [PHOTOS]

  
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• Sports Illustrated recognizes Bolles swimmer Ryan Murphy

  
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• Procter & Gamble Launches Global ‘Thank You Mom’ Campaign for London 2012 Olympic Games

  
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• Swimming: Phelps dominates 400IM at Austin meet

  
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  AUSTIN – Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history with 16 medals, cruised to his second win in as many days by capturing the 400-meter individual medley Saturday at the Austin Grand Prix. Read full story: Swimming: Phelps dominates 400IM at Austin meet (external link)
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• Swimming: Phelps dominates 400IM at Austin meet

  
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  AUSTIN – Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history with 16 medals, cruised to his second win in as many days by capturing the 400-meter individual medley Saturday at the Austin Grand Prix. Read full story: Swimming: Phelps dominates 400IM at Austin meet (external link)
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• Phelps wins 400m medley gold at Austin meet

  
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  Washington, Jan 15 (IANS) American swimming star Michael Phelps won the men’s 400-meters individual medley at the Austin Grand Prix.The 16-time gold medallist at the Olympics dominated the medley with a time of four minutes 16.95 seconds, more than four seconds ahead of runner-up Conor Dwyer, who touched the wall ...
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• Saturdays Swim Report - Play Up Gentlemen!

  
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• Team USA eyes victory over China in London 2012 Olympic campaign

  
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