When Baltimore native Michael Phelps finished competing in the 2012 Olympics in London, he insisted that he was finished with competitive swimming for
good. However, NPR reports that the most-decorated Olympian's decision isn’t as cut and dry anymore.
While touring in Barcelona, Spain, for the World Swimming Championships, Phelps was asked about whether he'll compete at the 2016 Olympics in Rio, and he said he hasn't planned that far ahead in his life. Far from a confirmation, but far from the black-and-white denial he offered after his time in the London games, as well.
While not currently training, NPR notes that there would be plenty of time to get into competitive shape for the 2016 games, were he to start preparing by 2015.
You can read NPR's full story
here.