“Blast From the Past”: Swimming GOAT Michael Phelps Shares a Special 16-Year-Old Memory
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Michael Phelps, the greatest swimmer of all time, has given innumerable breathtaking moments to swimming fans. He recently took to social media to share a special memory from his illustrious career. In his latest story, he reflected on the medal ceremony of the 2007 World Championships in Melbourne, Australia, where he shared the stage with fellow swimmers Luca Marin and Ryan Lochte.
The picture shared by the swimming GOAT has again put him in the limelight as he shared a glimpse from one of the most memorable nights for swimming fans.
Michael Phelps’ latest post tugs at the heartstrings of fans
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Phelps re-shared Luca Marin’s story of the three of them on the medal podium, each holding a medal and smiling. Marin dived into his picture archive and posted one where the iconic trio of swimming are sharing the same stage. In the caption, he wrote, “ 1st April World Championship, #16yearsago”.
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Michael Phelps re-shared the same story on his account and remembered the good old days of his dominance. He added, “Blast from the past! Loved it.” Phelps had great respect for both Marin and Lochte. The star swimmers were not just his competitors, but also athletes who pushed him to be at his best.
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The picture and Phelps’ words would have given a nostalgic feeling to his fans, who have always praised him for his humility and sportsmanship. The 2007 World Championships was a significant moment in Phelps’ career, as he won seven gold medals and broke five world records. The competition marked the beginning of Phelps’ record-breaking streak, as he went on to win eight gold medals at the Beijing Olympics the following year.
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The rivalry between Phelps and Lochte
While Phelps’ post shows the importance of sportsmanship and respect in the world of sports, his rivalry with Ryan Lochte used to be the center of attention in the sport. Although Phelps has had an upper hand on Lochte in most competitions, Lochte’s iconic win in the 2011 World Championships marked a new turn in the rivalry. In an interview, Lochte also revealed the secret of his changed approach to beating the legend.
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Despite their competitive nature, Phelps, Marin, and Lochte shared a mutual admiration and respect for each other, which helped elevate their performances and inspire others. As Phelps continues to inspire swimmers around the world, his latest post serves as a reminder that greatness is not achieved in isolation, but with the support of others.
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Tony Thomas