Frank Deford - We exalted that Michael Phelps-... | Quotesia

We exalted that Michael Phelps-consecrated water. Rose petals were strewn in Peyton Manning's path when he retired. But hey, that's natural. As we should, we admire those in any craft, no less so in sports, who appear out of nowhere to achieve remarkable feats.

Frank Deford

American Writer

Born: Dec 16, 1938

Died: May 28, 2017

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