Phelps posts new photo for Schooling
AAP
It's been eight years since a young Joseph Schooling was photographed with his Olympic idol Michael Phelps, and the 22-time gold medallist thinks it's about time for a new picture.
Schooling, who was just five years old when Phelps appeared in his first Olympics, beat his childhood hero on Friday in the 100m butterfly final.
Phelps posted a picture to social media on Saturday night (Sunday morning AEST) of the pair following Schooling's win, where the Olympic great placed second in a three-way tie.
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"What a race!! Congrats to Joseph Schooling! We've got an updated pic! Best of luck bro! I'll be watching," Phelps captioned the picture.
The 21-year-old's win is Singapore's first Olympic gold medal.