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Phelps won a silver medal in the 200-meter butterfly behind South African Chad le Clos by...

July 31, 2012 · Michael Phelps · Swimming · On this day

Michael Phelps

Phelps won a silver medal in the 200-meter butterfly behind South African Chad le Clos by 5/100ths of a second, and a gold medal in the 4×200-meter freestyle relay.

About Michael Phelps

Michael Phelps is an American former competitive swimmer, widely regarded as the greatest swimmer of all time. With a remarkable total of 28 Olympic medals, including 23 golds, he holds the record for the most Olympic medals won by any athlete in history.

Nationality: United States
Born: June 30, 1985
Olympic Medals: 28
Olympic Gold Medals: 23
World Championships (Long Course) Medals: 66

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