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You ask him to pass the torch, and he sets your Olympics on fire," Sports Illustrated's Rick ... largest gold collection with U.S. swimmer Mark Spitz, Finnish long-distance runner Paavo Nurmi ...

The reigning World Champion and Olympic surfing gold medalist returns to the iconic swimwear annual in a chic bikini.

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He now sits in truly elite company, joining American legends Michael Phelps and Mark Spitz as the only male swimmers to win ...

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Mark Spitz, considered the swiftest swimmer of all time, made his big splash during the 1972 Olympics, becoming the first athlete to win seven gold medals in an Olympiad. His performances were ...

This year Sports Illustrated celebrates its 70th anniversary, and golf has been a big part of the magazine since its beginning. As part of our celebration the SI Golf staff looked back at the ...