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As part of an interview on NBC, Spitz said that he felt Phelps's performance in the 100 fly...

August 15, 2008 · Mark Spitz · Swimming · On this day

Mark Spitz

As part of an interview on NBC, Spitz said that he felt Phelps's performance in the 100 fly in Beijing was "epic".

About Mark Spitz

Mark Spitz is a legendary American swimmer renowned for his remarkable achievements in the sport, particularly during the 1972 Munich Olympics where he won seven gold medals in eight days, each in world-record time. His dominance in swimming has made him one of the most celebrated athletes in Olympic history.

Nationality: United States
Born: February 10, 1950
Olympic Gold Medals: 9
Olympic Silver Medals: 1
Olympic Bronze Medals: 1

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