Michael Phelps warms up before Day 1 of the Arena Pro Swim Series at the Skyline Aquatic Center on April 15, 2015 in Mesa, Ariz. ( Chris Coduto, Getty Images)
The most-decorated Olympian in history said Wednesday that he will try to add to his collection of medals next summer.
, Phelps that he’s aiming to compete in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
Michael Phelps added that yes, he has officially decided he will try to compete next summer in Rio.
— Wayne Drehs (@espnWD)
Phelps returns to competition this week, in the Arena Pro Swim Series in Mesa, Ariz. from April 15-18, for his first race since serving a six-month suspension by USA Swimming for a DUI.
My suspension is finally up! Time to get back in the pool and race again! Looking forward to !!
— Michael Phelps (@MichaelPhelps)
Phelps’ suspension ended April 6, but USA Swimming decided he would not be allowed to compete in the 2015 World Championships in Russia. The 18-time Olympic gold medalist said Wednesday that he respects USA Swimming’s decision, but acknowledged that sitting out won’t be easy for him.
“It’s obviously very challenging and for me to not be able to compete at world championships,” . “I will be in full support of everything they do over there, and I wish them all the luck in Kazan.”
