Michael Phelps launches scathing attack on ‘failing’ USA Swimming
Michael Phelps, the 23-time Olympic gold medalist, has publicly criticized the leadership of USA Swimming, the national governing body for the sport. In a lengthy Instagram post, Phelps expressed his concerns about the organization's failure to support its athletes adequately and the declining membership numbers in the sport, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Phelps stated that he has witnessed too many of his teammates struggle to compete in a sport they love without the necessary support from the organization. He also acknowledged that while USA Swimming may continue to produce medal-winning athletes, the system is failing and needs sweeping reforms. The former swimmer's scathing attack on the leadership of USA Swimming highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the sport and the need for the organization to address the concerns of its athletes and the broader swimming community.
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