1. Michael Phelps:
The undisputed king of the pool, with a record-breaking medal count.
2. Jenny Thompson:
A force in the water, capturing multiple golds.
3. Natalie Coughlin:
A versatile swimmer with a impressive medal tally.
4. Dara Torres:
A veteran athlete who continued to excel in later years.
5. Katie Ledecky:
A rising star, already making waves in the swimming world.
6. Carl Lewis:
A sprinting and long jump extraordinaire.
7. Allyson Felix:
A versatile sprinter and relay specialist.
8. Bonnie Blair:
A speed skating champion with multiple gold medals.
9. Eric Heiden:
Another speed skating legend, dominating the ice.
Greatest American Athletes of All Time
Read More...