Michael Phelps never fails to impress his fans. Whether in the pool or outside, the swimming legend surely knows how to turn heads. Before the meme culture was cool, Phelps took the internet by storm with what you can now call a “meme-tastic snapshot.”
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With back-to-back medals, Phelps single-handedly dominated the 2016 Rio Olympics. But it was not just Phelps’ medals that caught the fan’s attention! Reminding the good old days, a recently unsurfaced image of Phelps and Kanye West is becoming the talk of the town.
Imitating Phelps’ game face
In 2012, Phelps lost to the Olympian rival, Chad le Clos, in the 200-meter butterfly semi-final. Thus, four years later, when he again got the chance to secure the gold, Phelps gave his 100%. Battling a million thoughts, the camera caught Phelps off-guard. Of what Phelps called it as, “my own zone” face, with time, it went on to become “#Phelpsface.”
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BOSTON, MA – MAY 21: Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, smiles after receiving the Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion at the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston on May 21, 2019. (Photo by Stan Grossfeld/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
The social media in no time sprawled in a steady stream of memes, jokes, and even tattoos. In a recently resurfaced image, an American rapper, tried to pull off the famous, “Michael Phelps game face.”
The image shared by the Twitter handle, Rap 24 Horas, read, “Michael Phelps x Kanye West.” Catching the two legends at their absolute best, Phelps thoroughly enjoys Kanye’s attempt to mimic him.
Michael Phelps x Kanye West#Legendary pic.twitter.com/Hi1B9I5l11
— Rap 24 Horas 🔥 (@Rap24HorasBlog) August 31, 2016
Known for his soft demeanor, Phelps’ aggression is always in the pool. The picture was not intentional or planned; it was a player’s dedication to the upcoming event.
Michael Phelps enjoys golfing
After retiring from the pools officially, Michael now enjoys his time golfing. The swimming legend is often spotted at the golf course. Even a few months back, the Phelps couple spent time at the golf course on the eve of Nichole’s birthday.
Not having the pressure to win more medals, Phelps now enjoys his life to the fullest. Recently, the swimming GOAT was inducted into the US Paraolympic and Olympic Hall of Fame, because of his contribution to the world of swimming.
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With his two elder sons starting school, Phelps loves spending time with his family.
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