During those years, he set 35 world records, two of which were in trials and unofficial. Swimming World Magazine named him World Swimmer of the Year in 1969, 1971, and 1972. He was the third athlete to win nine Olympic gold medals. Birthplace: USA, California, Modesto Also ranks #2 on...
He has won numerous World Championship titles and broken several world records. Phelps announced his retirement after the 2012 London Olympics but made a comeback in the 2016 Rio Olympics where he added five more gold medals and one silver to his collection. His total Olympic haul stands at a...
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In ancient Greece the most famous festival for athletes was the Olympic Games. These games took their name from the religious (宗教信仰) centre of Olympus in southern Greece. The Games were held every four years at the end of June. Athletes judges and spectators came from all over the known...
Every two years, spectators watch asthe world's finest athletescompete in the Summer or Winter Olympics. While many dominate the headlines for broken records and athletic brilliance, we can't help but gush over those who compete alongside—or against—their romantic partners. And with the upcomin...
In ancient Greece the most famous festival for athletes was the Olympic Games.These games took their name from the religious(宗教信仰的)centre of Olympus, in southern Greece.The Games were held every four years at the end of June.Athletes, judges and spectators came from all over the known ...
In Berlin in 1936, Stokes and Pickett became the first African American women to represent their country in the Olympics. Alice Coachman, a star track and field athlete at Tuskegee Institute, became the first Black woman to win Olympic gold, setting records with her high jump at the 1948 Oly...
and world record holder, Randy Barnes is the rare case of an athlete to receive a lifetime ban, but not have his accomplishments erased. Barnes was suspended for steroid use and later pursued a football career. That did not pan out, but he still lays claim to his medals and records. ...
Now we would like to present you some extraordinary records, some of which have lasted for many decades. Conclusion All of these riders have dominated the sport with numerous wins in the Grand Tours and Classics. They have left an indelible mark on the sport of cycling, and their legacies ...
Founder of a record label: In 1921, Harry Pace founded Black Swan Records, the first Black-owned record label. Conductor of a major U.S. orchestra: Composer William Grant Still was the first African American to conduct a major U.S. orchestra. He conducted the Los Angeles Philharmonic in ...