Thorpe was swimming’s greatest star but the hype around Phelps was genuine — the American had won six medals at the 2003 World Championships, beating Thorpe by two body lengths in the 200m medley.

Did Phelps defeat Ian Thorpe?

Thorpe was swimming’s greatest star but the hype around Phelps was genuine — the American had won six medals at the 2003 World Championships, beating Thorpe by two body lengths in the 200m medley.

Was Michael Phelps in the 2008 Olympics?

Star American swimmer Michael Phelps won a record eight gold medals during the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. From left to right, top row: men’s 4 x 100m medley on Aug. 17, 100m butterfly on Aug.

Did Phelps swim against Thorpe?

Phelps’ ascension compared to Thorpe showed at the 2003 World Championships. Phelps, among three individual titles, won the 200m individual medley in 1:56.04, taking 1.9 seconds off his own world record at the meet. Thorpe earned silver in an Australian record, but a full two body lengths and 3.62 seconds behind.

Who is faster Thorpe or Phelps?

At those 2003 World Championships, Phelps and Thorpe locked up in the 200 individual medley, hardly a strong event for the Aussie. Ultimately, Phelps prevailed by more than three seconds over Thorpe, the silver medalist.

Who has more medals Thorpe or Phelps?

Both will go down in history and, while statistics might lead you towards one or the other, choosing the best is a matter of opinion. Phelps has six Olympic gold medals, Thorpe five. Thorpe has 11 world titles, Phelps 10.

Who almost beat Michael Phelps?

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal challenged Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps to a swimming competition consisting of 3 rounds.

Who did Michael Phelps beat?

Caeleb Dressel demolished one of the most durable records in world swimming Friday, breaking Michael Phelps’ mark in the 100-meter butterfly to continue his FINA world swimming championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

Did Michael Phelps have any injuries?

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, October 23. SWIMMINGWORLDMAGAZINE.com has confirmed that Michael Phelps suffered an injury to his right wrist over the weekend during a freak accident.