In breaking news, USA Swimming team member, Ryan Lochte, has continued his winning streak on land(as well as in the water) by being crowned 2011 Professional Athlete of the Year at the inaugural SPORTYS Awards ceremony in Florida.
In other swim sport news, Ian Thorpe is one step closer to his Olympic dream having been picked for Team Australia heading into the World Championships in November. This will be Thorpe's first dip into competitive racing since he announced his return from retirement earlier this year.
