5 mind-blowing facts that will make you miss Michael Phelps

#2 Katie Ledecky could surpass Phelps’ medal tally 20 years from now

Ledecky is a five-time Olympic gold medallist

Teenage swimming sensation, Katie Ledecky, is already creating history in the women’s swimming circuit. She is the current world-record holder in the women’s 400, 800, and 1500-meter freestyle at the age of 19, and a five-time Olympic gold medallist.

She is touted to be the “next big thing” when it comes to the sport of swimming. Having already created and held world records at such a young age, she is backed to do wonders in the pool.

At this rate, she could surpass Phelps 20 years from now, when she is 39-years old. While this is extremely unlikely, it does go to show how Phelps has set the benchmark high for his competitors and budding young prospects.