Should Michael Phelps have returned the favor?

Question

Team USAs NBA stars attended, cheered on, and celebrated with Phelps after his 8th Gold.... But Phelps left Beining for London and did not attend the Redeem Teams Gold Medal Final or any other Olympic event.... Should he have?

Answer 1

Instead of basking in yet more glory i think he should have come to London and taken part in events designed to promote the 2012 games,even if it means having to listen to James Morrison and McFly.I think this would have been a selfless act.

Answer 2

I don't think it matters.

Answer 3

Yeah, he was a sellout. He chose to do some self-promotion in London rather than staying to witness the closing ceremony put on for the athletes and the world.

In the end, he's the one who missed out. He missed the (arguably) best opening and closing ceremonies the Olympics has ever seen. His only memories are literally those in the pool. Whatever. If he doesn't appreciate the Olympics, at least the other athletes did! I'm just glad his mother wasn't there. I'm so sick of her ugly mug!

Answer 4

No he did not, but he did attend a game after he was finished his events.

Answer 5

He did return the favor and watched Team USA's basketball game.

Answer 6

Of course he should have attended. He put commercial interests ahead of the Olympic spirit. But we all know that died long ago. But it was certainly poor form not to "slum it" with your teammates.

Answer 7

definitely he should have to show his appreciation for the other athlete's gratitude.  he should have at least said good job, and thank you to them before he left.  

Answer 8

Michael Phelps already went to one of their games.. talking with them and taking pictures