Caporegime
Now that Phelps has broken the record for the most Olympic medals many are proclaiming him to be the greatest Olympian of all time.
Despite being an incredible athlete, and arguably the greatest swimmer of all time, it's far easier for a world class swimmer or gymnast to rack up a haul of medals than it is for a footballer, high jumper or archer who will only ever have the one medal to compete for.
I'd personally give the accolade to Steve Redgrave for winning 5 gold medals at 5 consecutive Olympic games which is a momentous achievement considering the length of time he managed to stay at the top of his sport and the age at which he won his last gold.
Who would your choice be?
Despite being an incredible athlete, and arguably the greatest swimmer of all time, it's far easier for a world class swimmer or gymnast to rack up a haul of medals than it is for a footballer, high jumper or archer who will only ever have the one medal to compete for.
I'd personally give the accolade to Steve Redgrave for winning 5 gold medals at 5 consecutive Olympic games which is a momentous achievement considering the length of time he managed to stay at the top of his sport and the age at which he won his last gold.
Who would your choice be?