I'm happy for Phelps finishing his olympic career in style. I don't understand why so many sports show heads felt the need to criticize him by claiming Carlm Lewis is a better olympian (said by Tony Kornheiser) or that Phelps falls far below the list of the world's 100 greatest athletes (said by Skip Bayless). Why are we even having these conversations now, if at all. It seems like petty attempts to minimalize his accomplishments.

I loved Missy Franklin breaking a world record en route to another gold, and then thinkinking about getting ready for her senior year in high school. Also, it was nice to see that Lebron James at the swimming competition was not too conceited to cheer wildly for her.

But I think the big star of the olympics has to be Gabby Douglas. I'm no big fan of gymnastics, but it is amazing to see someone so young perform at such a high level before so many eyes under a world of pressure.