(Press Conference) Phelps Happy to Represent USA for the Fifth Time
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Michael Phelps won the men’s 200 fly en route to qualifying for his fifth Olympic Games, the first American male swimmer in history to do so.
The 22-time Olympic medalist led the race from start to finish, stopping the clock in 1:54.84. His time is the sixth-fastest this year.
Tom Shields finished second in the event in 1:55.81 to earn his first Olympic berth. Phelps said he’s excited to race and train with him.
He shares how he believes that any record is beatable, and although he hasn’t swum a best time since 2009, he is excited for the next few weeks and is taking things one step at a time. He said he feels more prepared than he was in 2012 and is ready to race Chad le Clos, who out-touched Phelps in London.
Phelps talked to the media about his relationship with Allison Schmitt, his decision to make a comeback, and the excitement about the younger generation of swimmers. He also reflects on sharing a special moment with the late Muhammad Ali.
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