Michael Phelps gets Olympic first
Michael Phelps is no stranger to the Olympics. But the five-time Olympian will carry a newfound responsibility to the upcoming games in Rio.
For the first time in Phelps’ career, members of the U.S. men’s swimming team voted him as one of its three captains Tuesday at the team’s training center in San Antonio.
Perhaps Phelps’ comments at the U.S. Trials influenced his teammates decision?
From AP:
“I guess no one likes me that much on the team. I just want to be able to help some of the younger guys. Just being able to help them just kind of stay in their relaxed zone, not get worked up because it’s the Olympics. It’s just another meet. That’s how I’ve looked at every meet that I’ve ever gone to.”
Sprinters Nathan Adrian and Anthony Ervin join Phelps as the other captains for the men’s team, while Cammile Adams, Elizabeth Beisel and Allison Schmitt lead the women’s squad.
Phelps will attempt to win his fourth consecutive Olympic gold medal in four events, including 100-meter butterfly, 200 medley, 4×200 freestyle and the 4×100 medley. He qualified for each of the individual events, and it’s safe to assume his spot is secure for the relay competitions.
