In a recent USA Today article by Nicole Auerbach, Michael Phelps said that Michael Jordan has inspired him throughout his career. He also said that “What he did to the sport of basketball is what I’ve always wanted to do in the sport of swimming.” I think it’s safe to say that Phelps has done that and more.
The 23-time Olympic gold medalist recently completed his events at the 2016 Olympics. Phelps finished with five gold medals and one silver in Rio. Even after his success, Michael said that he will retire and not compete in the 2020 Olympic games in Tokyo.