4. Michael Phelps Becomes the Most Decorated Olympian Ever
Michael Phelps had one hell of a summer. Not only did the decorated swimmer add to his gold medal coffers in the2012 Olympic Games, but he even surpassed Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina when he anchored the U.S. men’s swimming team to gold during the 4×100 m medley relay, giving him a total of 19 medals. Phelps would go on to win 3 more upping his total to 22 total medals. Phelps has said that he is now retired from competitive swimming … what a way to go out on top.
