Michael Phelps to Make Big Splash on Chicago 2016 Online Channel

Michael Phelps to Make Big Splash on Chicago 2016 Online Channel

Phelps Invites Americans to Join Him in First Live Video Chat since Returning from Beijing

CHICAGO, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, September 3, 14-time Olympic gold medalist and Chicago 2016 committee member Michael Phelps will be in Chicago to share his Beijing Olympic experiences with the public via a live-streaming video interview and Web chat. In his first live Web appearance since winning his 14th career Olympic gold medal, Phelps will participate in a real-time discussion with viewers on the Chicago 2016 Channel (http://www.chicago2016channel.com/) about the Beijing Games as well as the prospect of bringing the Olympic Games to Chicago in 2016.

"I'm excited to be able to share my experiences in Beijing with the public on the Chicago 2016 Channel," said Phelps. "I invite everyone to join me online to chat about the incredible experience of the Beijing Games and what it would mean to have Chicago host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games."

"There is no more suitable person to help inspire Americans about the Olympic experience and ideals than our own history-making Olympic champion Michael Phelps," said Chicago 2016 Chairman and CEO Patrick G. Ryan. "We appreciate Michael sharing his Olympic experiences with us and welcome his insights and leadership into how the Games can return to the United States in 2016."

The new Chicago 2016 Channel hosts the "Why Chicago" video challenge and provides an opportunity for all supporters of Chicago's Olympic bid to express themselves and become part of the effort. It is home to a variety of content submitted by bid supporters, as well as custom content produced by a cross-section of rising stars from Chicago's creative community. The Chicago 2016 Channel is continually updated with bid-related videos, blogs and podcasts.

    For more information, please contact:    Chicago 2016 News Desk    +1.312.861.4826    media@Chicago2016.org    About Chicago 2016  

Chicago 2016 is a 501(c)(3) corporation whose mission is to seek the privilege of hosting the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Chicago. The committee's board consists of business, civic, athletic, cultural and academic leaders representing Chicago and the surrounding Midwest region. Patrick Ryan serves as the organization's chairman and CEO.

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CONTACT: Chicago 2016 News Desk, +1-312-861-4826, media@Chicago2016.org

Web site: http://www.chicago2016channel.com/

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