AboutWhat does the meme depict?
#PhelpsFace, also known as Angry Michael Phelps, is a meme that features American swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps displaying an intensely fierce and glaring expression. This image captures Phelps during his pre-game focus for the 200-meters Butterfly semifinals at the Summer Olympics in August 2016.
OriginWho did it first?
The meme originated on August 8th, 2016, during the broadcasting of the 200m Butterfly semifinals at the Summer Olympics. NBC Sports' camera crews captured Michael Phelps with a stern and focused expression as he prepared for the event. In stark contrast, his competitor, South African swimmer Chad le Clos, was shown jumping around and shadowboxing nearby. This moment was captured in a video, which can be viewed here.[1]
Origin: 2016