Swimming legend Michael Phelps’s amazing speed and incredible strokes in the pool have mesmerized the swimming world. He is one of the most decorated Olympians in history with a total of 28 Olympic medals. Even after he retired from competitive swimming, his records serve as a testament to his historical domination. The emerging swimming stars are now giving their best efforts to outdo Phelps’ records. Among these, the popular name includes that of the 2016 Rio Olympics champion in 100m and 200m backstroke, Ryan Murphy.

At the 2016 Summer Olympics, Murphy was part of the 4x100m relay gold-winning team alongside virtuoso Michael Phelps. Currently, as a backstroke expert representing the United States of America, he ranks among the all-time greatest swimmers. Murphy is now focused on the forthcoming Olympics, aiming to secure another gold medal and set a new record in Olympic history.

Ryan Murphy eyes medal streak at Paris

In an interview with NBC Chicago, the former world-record holder in the men’s 100-meter backstroke Ryan Murphy disclosed his aspirations for the Paris Olympic games. With an optimistic mindset, aiming to set a new record and continue the legacy of Team USA dominating at the Olympic level, Ryan Murphy said “ I don’t think anyone has ever medaled both 100 and 200 back at three consecutive Olympics. I like the idea of trying to do things that no one’s ever done before.”

However, moments later he also stated, “I don’t feel like I’ve ever had a perfect race and I never feel like I’ve reached my potential because there’s so many different areas to improve on in this sport and I love the challenge of trying to find those areas to improve.” The 28-year-old recently won both the 100- and 200-meter titles at the TYR Swim Pro Series. Following his incredible achievements, he is now gearing himself up to make new records in the upcoming Olympic Games.

Murphy harbors undying admiration for Michael Phelps

For his extraordinary swimming skills, Chicago-area swimmer Ryan Murphy received praise from the Swimming legend Michael Phelps himself on multiple occasions. After Murphy’s impressive performance at the 2022 World Championships, his former teammate Phelps reached out to congratulate him. Even though he narrowly missed out on the 100-backstroke title, the six-time Olympic medalist was thrilled to receive a text from one of his heroes, Michael Phelps, remarking, “I think Phelps texted me after the meet which I was pumped about”.

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When once asked about Murphy’s emerging talent, Michael stated “I’m always looking at younger kids, trying to give them advice where they want it and where I see it. And hopefully, continue this legacy of Team USA having dominance at the Olympic level.”

Receiving continued admiration from Phelps, Ryan Murphy is ready to head into the Olympics season this year.

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