Swim of Things to Come

I'll confess that this boy is not at all my type.

But it is so nice to see someone get all this attention
for actual accomplishments
- for the results of talent, determination, and years of hard work -
instead of some manufactured media hype or
the latest episode of scandalous behaviour or
mere physical attractiveness.

Has he said anything about being in London in 2012? Or is 27 considered too old for Olympic swimming?

There's something vaguely disconcerting about people being considered too old at such young ages. I get that the physical demands are taxing on the body, but it's so depressing to see how athletic competition uses people up like tissues and then toss them away when they're done.

And it was truly great to see a 40-something swimmer and a 30-something gymnast both get medals this weekend.

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