Michael Phelps vs Mark Spitz: Who is the GOAT?
Michael Phelps
USA
Mark Spitz
USA
🏊 Swimming • Career Comparison
The Michael Phelps vs Mark Spitz GOAT debate is one of the most iconic in swimming history. Compare their complete career stats, championships, individual awards, and head-to-head records side by side. Who leads in more categories? Who had the better peak? Cast your vote and settle the swimming GOAT debate once and for all.
Compare Players
Michael Phelps
USA
Mark Spitz
USA
Head-to-Head Score
Phelps
5
Spitz
0
Out of 5 statistical categories
Why They're GOATs
Why
Phelps is a GOAT
Why
Spitz is a GOAT
Skills Comparison
Career Peak Season
Best Olympic Golds in a single season
Phelps
8
2008
BESTSpitz
7
1972
Detailed Statistics
Olympics
Records
Olympic Golds Over Time
Comparing players by career season (Year 1 = rookie season)
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In the Michael Phelps vs Mark Spitz GOAT debate, the numbers tell a compelling story. Across 5 statistical categories, Michael Phelps leads in 5 categories while Mark Spitz leads in 0.
Looking at peak performance in Olympic Golds, Michael Phelps reached 8 in 2008, while Mark Spitz hit 7 in 1972.
Ultimately, the swimming GOAT debate between Michael Phelps and Mark Spitz comes down to what you value most: raw statistics, championships, longevity, or peak dominance. Cast your vote above and see how the community weighs in on this legendary swimming rivalry.
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