Phelps dives back into competition

Published: 15 May 2009 y., Friday

Superstar Michael Phelps dives into the unknown on Friday when he makes his first competitive appearance since his record haul of eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

 

Following the longest layoff of his career, Phelps is likely to regain top form before he can properly polish up his image.

 

 

Šaltinis: Reuters
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