For which country did Michael Phelps compete?
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USA
Born in Baltimore.
💡 Did you know? Phelps won gold at four consecutive Olympic Games.
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In which sport was Phelps active?
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swimming
Especially butterfly and medley.
💡 Did you know? As a child Phelps was diagnosed with ADHD: swimming helped him channel his energy.
How many Olympic medals did Phelps win?
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28
More than anyone else.
💡 Did you know? With 28 Olympic medals, Phelps is the most decorated Olympian of all time.
How many of those were gold?
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23
Also a record.
💡 Did you know? 23 of his medals alone are gold: more than any other person in history.
What did Phelps achieve in Beijing 2008?
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eight golds
A historic record.
💡 Did you know? In Beijing in 2008 Phelps won eight golds at a single Games: a new record.
What did Phelps speak openly about after his career?
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depression
A role model off the pool too.
💡 Did you know? After retiring, Phelps spoke openly about his depression and became an advocate for mental health.
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Which athlete is shown here?
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Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps of the USA, with 23 golds, is the most decorated Olympian in history.
💡 Did you know? His unusual arm span is greater than his height: an advantage in the water.
In which year was Michael Phelps born?
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1985
Born: 30 June 1985 in Baltimore
Where was Michael Phelps born?
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Baltimore
Born: 30 June 1985 in Baltimore
What is Michael Phelps's origin?
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American
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