Bob Costas interviews Michael Phelps (Transcript)

Michael Phelps sat down with NBC's Bob Costas after capturing his 8th gold medal of these Olympic games. Thanks to NBC, here it is, word for word: BOB COSTAS INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL PHELPS: Costas: In case you're not aware, Mr. and Mrs. America, I'd like to introduce you to Michael Phelps. He's a pretty good swimmer. He's had a pretty good Olympic Games. You don't even appear winded. You did exactly and fully what you came here to do. We got the immediate reaction with Andrea Kremer afterwards. A few more minutes for it to sink in, any perspective at all? Phelps: (Pause) No. Costas: (Laughter) There it is. Phelps: I'm still at a loss for words. This was everything that I wanted to do, and everything I dreamed of. And, it's an amazing feeling. I do want to say that it wouldn't have been possible without the help from my teammates. They were a huge help to my success. Costas: Let's tick them off here. As in, not make them a...