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Michael Phelps has formally challenged Conor McGregor to a race in the pool

IMAGINE.

Aug 30th 2017, 9:37 AM 8,035 Views 0 Comments

SINCE CONOR MCGREGOR made his professional boxing debut against Floyd Mayweather, fans have been speculating what sport he’ll try next.

Perhaps he’ll race Mo Farah? Play darts against Michael van Gerwen?

I hope Conor Mc Gregor keeps this up and does a different sport every year. I'm looking forward to a Mc Gregor vs Daley dive off
— Michael Fry (@BigDirtyFry) August 25, 2017

Source: Chillhouse/Twitter

Last night, swimming legend Michael Phelps formally challenged Conor McGregor to a race in the pool. Because frankly, why the hell not?

“All of this talk,” Phelps wrote. “Should we race as well?” before sharing a Phelps vs. McGregor graphic. In fairness, we can see McGregor rocking a swimming hat.

All of this talk... Should we race as well?? @TheNotoriousMMA pic.twitter.com/l3JoMgb1qT
— Michael Phelps (@MichaelPhelps) August 29, 2017

Source: Michael Phelps/Twitter

Phelps is a professed admirer of McGregor, having congratulated him on his performance against Mayweather and praised him as an “amazing competitor”.

Hats off to @TheNotoriousMMA ...... amazing competitor and unreal athlete...congrats to @FloydMayweather 50-0 congrats! #legend
— Michael Phelps (@MichaelPhelps) August 27, 2017

Source: Michael Phelps/Twitter

McGregor has yet to respond to Phelps’ offer, but we reckon his kick might give him an advantage in the pool.

Don’t rule it out, Conor.

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Michael Phelps has formally challenged Conor McGregor to a race in the pool

IMAGINE.