It led to his second DUI charge, his second swimming suspension — six months — and a 45-day stay in a residential treatment facility. But, in a much different way, so is Phelps, who will bear this country’s testament to the power of change. But Phelps’ selection makes an equally American statement about the power of forgiveness and the currency of achievement. In vastly different ways, both truly represent the flag that Phelps will now bear. "It just feels so right to have the most decorated Olympian of all time," fellow swimming star Missy Franklin said of Phelps.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 03, 2016 22:41 UTC