Phelps Beats Cavic By 0.01 Seconds in Beijing's 100 Butterfly Final
Epic Victory Allows Him to Become the Most Condecorated Olympic Athlete of All Time in Single Olympics
Beijing, China - Michael Phelps has emerged victorious over Milorad Cavic in the men's 100-meter butterfly final at the 2008 Olympic Games, a legendary win that further cements his status as the most decorated Olympian of all time.
A Close Finish
The race was an electrifying display of skill and determination, with Phelps and Cavic neck-and-neck throughout. As they approached the finish line, it appeared to the naked eye that Cavic had secured the win. However, when the results were officially announced, Phelps had astonishingly edged out his rival by a mere 0.01 seconds.
A Historic Triumph
This hard-fought victory has propelled Phelps to an unprecedented milestone. With it, he has now become the most condecorated Olympic athlete of all time in a single Games. The win brings his total medal count for the Beijing Olympics to eight gold medals and one bronze, surpassing the previous record set by gymnast Vitaly Scherbo in 1992.
A Rematch in 2009
The rivalry between Phelps and Cavic continued in the 2009 World Championships, where they once again met in the 100-meter butterfly final. With Phelps having set a world record in the event, this race was highly anticipated. Once again, the two swimmers engaged in a thrilling duel, but this time, Phelps emerged victorious by a more comfortable margin of 0.61 seconds.
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