Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS] : World Starz : ENSTARZ

Michael Phelps of the U.S. swims to a first place finish in his men's 200m butterfly semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 30, 2012.

Reuters

U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps is about to break a new world record for the most Olympic medals in history.

Phelps failed to become the first male athlete to win the same individual event in three straight Olympic games on Tuesday when he lost to South Africa's Chad le Clos in the 200 Meter Butterfly.

Like Us on Facebook

But with the silver medal, Phelps totaled 18 medals in his career (14 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze). If he wins the 4x200 Meter Free Relay, he would make Olympic Games history surpassing Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina's for the most Olympic medals.

See Michael Phelps in action at the London Olympics 2012. Play the Slideshow.

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps of the U.S. swims to a first place finish in his men's 200m butterfly semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 30, 2012.

Michael Phelps (C) of the U.S. competes with Austria's Dinko Jukic (L) and Chad le Clos of South Africa in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre Ju

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps (C) of the U.S. competes with Austria's Dinko Jukic (L) and Chad le Clos of South Africa in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012.

Michael Phelps (L) of the U.S. congratulates South Africa's Chad le Clos after the latter won the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012.

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps (L) of the U.S. congratulates South Africa's Chad le Clos after the latter won the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012. Phelps won silver in the event.

(From top to bottom) South Africa's Chad le Clos, Michael Phelps of the U.S. and Austria's Dinko Jukic swim in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Cent

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

(From top to bottom) South Africa's Chad le Clos, Michael Phelps of the U.S. and Austria's Dinko Jukic swim in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012. Clos was first while Phelps finished second.

South Africa's Chad le Clos at 200M Butterfly.

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

South Africa's Chad le Clos at 200M Butterfly.

Michael Phelps of the U.S. leaves the pool deck after winning the silver medal in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012. Phelps, who

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps of the U.S. leaves the pool deck after winning the silver medal in the men's 200m butterfly final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 31, 2012. Phelps, who was bidding to became the first male swimmer to win the same individual event at three Olympics, led all the way but messed up his touch, allowing South Africa's Chad le Clos to get his hands on the wall first.

Michael Phelps of the U.S. reacts after winning his men's 200m butterfly semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 30, 2012.

Reuters

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps of the U.S. reacts after winning his men's 200m butterfly semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre July 30, 2012.

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

More Photo Slide Showseven more pictures »

Kate Middleton's Baby Bump Photo: Duchess of Cambridge Makes Major Public Appearance on February 19

Miss Universe 2012 Contestants Photos: Beauty Queens Dress in National Costumes [PHOTOS]

Jennifer Lacy Photo Gallery: Tulsa Shock Forward Among WNBA Hottest Players in 2012

Gabby Douglas Highlights at 2012 London Olympics: Winning Routines, Gold Medal, But Hair? [PHOTOS]

Michael Phelps May Break Olympic Record: See U.S. Swimmer in Full Action at the London Olympics 2012 [PHOTOS]

Shakira Attacked by Sea Lion in South Africa [PHOTOS]

Angelina Jolie's White and Red dress Dazzles at the Golden Globes 2012

Gisele Bündchen does Humanitarian Work in Africa [PHOTOS]