And he'll have something to carry.
Phelps will be the bearer of the U.S. flag during the Friday night ceremony at Maracana Stadium, selected in a vote by all members of the American Olympic team.
The decision announced Wednesday makes Phelps, the most decorated athlete in Olympic history, only the second swimmer to lead the U.S. delegation in the opening ceremony. Gary Hall was the first at the 1976 Montreal Olympics.
"I'm honored to be chosen, proud to represent the U.S., and humbled by the significance of carrying the flag and all it stands for," Phelps said.
His selection was an obvious choice. Phelps has captured 18 golds and 22 medals overall, far more than any other athlete in Olympic history, and he is the first American male swimmer to qualify for five Olympics.
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Flag in one hand, beer in the other, no doubt!
So true, 1:59PM. Let's just hope he leaves his car and keys in the US.
22 medals (18 of them Gold). I'd say he's earned this distinction despite his youthful indiscretions.
A convicted marijuana user, what great example for young men and women. The Olympic Committee made this choice of promoting marijuana use! You can't believe they didn't consider Phelps' known illegal drug use.
What behavior will be an accepted in twenty years?
He deserves to carry it.
Why isn't this an issue?
Believe me, marijuana does not enhance anybody's ability to swim.
Anonymous said...
22 medals (18 of them Gold). I'd say he's earned this distinction despite his youthful indiscretions.
August 4, 2016 at 2:30 PM
Let me guess.... You voted for Obama and now you are going to vote for Hillary!
5:06 Just jealous because you never accomplished anything.
Yup voting for the winners!!!
We have a pot smoking cocaine dealing communist President I think this young man is an okay choice.
Fast swimmer with lots of medals. Otherwise an undistinguished knuckle head who has made some bad choices and has some baggage.
Based on the medals and 5 Olympics a natural choice to carry the flag.
Well, guess he's represents what's good abut our political system as he is what we stand for; a DUI pot smoking offender. Now, that's something to be proud of. Betcha he's a democrat!
Hows he going to carry a flag, and his bong without dropping something?
Think before you speak.
Change the rules to popular moral interpretation. Change the description of ethical. Again, what will you accept in twenty years?
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