Michael Phelps: From childhood phenom to record books

POSTED: 1:09 PM Apr 20 2012 UPDATED: 9:28 AM Aug 03 2012

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Take a look at Michael Phelps in and out of the pool and see how the Baltimore native became an Olympic champion.

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Michael Phelps made history at the 2012 London Olympics by becoming the most decorated Olympian ever. Take a look back at the swimmer's life and career.

Michael Phelps smiling in pool

Michael Phelps resting on lane marker

Michael Phelps and Bob Bowman

Michael Phelps overhead action shot

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Michael Phelps in pool looking at time_david gray

Mchael Phelps with gold medal world champs

Michael Phelps action fly

Michael Phelps 8 golds from beijing

Michael Phelps posed stoic

Michael Phelps listening to music

Michael Phelps prerace

Michael Phelps celebrates win

Michael Phelps closeup smiling

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