Missy Franklin, Olympic Gold Medal-Winning Swimmer

<p>Franklin is an American former competitive swimmer, and five-time Olympic gold medalist. She has been named World Swimmer of the Year and American Swimmer of the Year, and has won 27 medals in international competition. She previously held the world record in the 200-metre backstroke, and for the most World Aquatics Championships medals in women's swimming. One of America’s most successful swimmers, she retired in 2019 due to injury.</p>