The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has revealed a list of the Athlete Role Models (ARM) who will support the first Youth Olympic Games in Singapore – including two legends from the swimming pool.
Michael Phelps, winner of 14 Olympic gold medals, is one of the two overall ambassadors of the competition.
Meanwhile in diving, Guo Jingjing from China will be the ARM for all young participants in the Games. He has won four Olympic and 10 World Championships gold medals.
The ARMs will be in Singapore to mentor the 3,600 athletes who are expected to attend the Youth Olympic Games.
Athletes at the Youth Olympic Games will be encouraged to engage in conversation with the ARMs, who will attend the competitions, visit the Youth Olympic Village and feature in forums designed to inspire and educate the participant.
FINA Aquatics World Magazine recently named Phelps and Guo as Athletes of the Decade 2000-2009.
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