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Michael Phelps Shatters Olympics Record with 19th Career Medal

XL Country — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 20:54:49 +0000

Michael Phelps has managed to swim into history. Phelps set the record for most Olympic medals won by an individual when he picked up his 19th on Tuesday by leading the US to a gold in the 4×200-meter freestyle relay in London. It was the first gold medal of these Games for Phelps. Phelps has [...]

10 Things You Didn't Know About Olympic Swimmer Michael Phelps

Don Deane — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 13:49:56 +0000

At 27 years old, swimmer Michael Phelps is at the top of his game. He’s won countless honors, awards and medals during his career, leading some to describe him as the greatest athlete in history to ever grace the sport. Later this month, Phelps will attempt to add to his impressive list of accolades by [...]

Celebrity Birthdays for June 30 – Mike Tyson, Michael Phelps and More

Shauna Wright — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:19:14 +0000

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:

Mike Tyson
Age: 45
Occupation: Former Boxer
Known For: Multiple heavyweight boxing titles, biting off a piece of Evander Holyfield’s ear, a rape conviction, and an odd obsession with racing pigeons (currently showcased in the Animal Planet reality show ‘Taking on Tyson’)

Michael Phelps
Age: 26
Occupation: Swimmer
Known For: Holding the record for the most gold medals won in a single Olympics (eight at the 2008 Beijing Games) and losing his Kellogg’s endorsement deal after he was rather unfortunately photographed enjoying “herbal remedies” at a party