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Charlotte Grand Prix Photo Vault Day 1

We’re off and swimming again in Charlotte on the latest stop of the USA Swimming Arena Grand Prix.  As is the case at these grand events, there’s a buzz in the air and excitement in the water.  We’ve got some cool images coming from the meet thanks to sports photographer Mike Lewis who’s once again on scene capturing shots.

Lottie Friis took the 1500 (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Gillian Ryan at the 2014 Arena Grand Prix in Charlotte (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Michael Phelps getting warmed up before tomorrow's races (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Michael Phelps getting warmed up before tomorrow’s races (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

Connor was top in the men's 800 (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Connor was top in the men’s 800 (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

Michael Phelps standing tall (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Michael Phelps standing tall (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

"the voice" of the meet Sam Kendricks keeps the crowd going (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

“the voice” of the meet Sam Kendricks keeps the crowd going (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

ready?  Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

ready? Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

 

smooth and ready - Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

smooth and ready – Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

ready the block.  Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

ready the block. Michael Phelps (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

Mecklenburg Aquatic Center ready to rock (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

Mecklenburg Aquatic Center ready to rock (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

well done Connor Jaeger (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

well done Connor Jaeger (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

 

 

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Jenny Leiser (@trikitten)
10 years ago

So the only person swimming at Ultra Swim is Michael Phelps? Great photo vault . . . really.

DanJohnRob
10 years ago

Mr Lewis, those are some of the best photos I’ve seen of Michael in action! Thank you!

Alex
10 years ago

Anyone saw MP`s cap? Rio 2016 ! 😉

Paul
10 years ago

Great pics Mike! The one of Phelps coming off the block is awesome!

Norbert
Reply to  Paul
10 years ago

So, MP’s new target is Rio 2016?!

Hippo-ki
10 years ago

I especially like the B&W photo of Phelps. He looks like a superhero in that photo. <3
Thanks Mike Lewis.

10 years ago

great photos Mike as always

Mikal W. Grass
10 years ago

Mike, great shots once again. What lens did you use on the 3rd pic or how did you get that effect? Tilt lens? Lensbaby?

Thanks.

Mikal

Reply to  Mikal W. Grass
10 years ago

Hi Mikal – thanks. I made the third image using a tilt shift layer in post production.

swammer
10 years ago

The image labeled as Lotte Friis is actually Gillian Ryan. Wow, Phelps looks strong and fit!! (what else is new?) Nice pictures.

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