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Phelps won his 16th Olympic gold medal when he edged out Ryan Lochte to win the 200-meter...

August 2, 2012 · Michael Phelps · Swimming · On this day

Michael Phelps

Phelps won his 16th Olympic gold medal when he edged out Ryan Lochte to win the 200-meter individual medley with a time of 1:54.27.

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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