2008 Olympic Games

In a recent survey conducted by Match.com, when given the choice of who they would pick to be the captain of their dream team, 81% of Match.com members selected Michael Phelps and his historic 8 gold medals.

“It’s clear that Michael Phelps has found a place in the hearts of our members,” said Darcy Cameron, senior director of marketing and advertising for Match.com. “In honor of his historic accomplishments, Match.com would like to offer Mr. Phelps a free membership until he finds that special someone, even though we don’t anticipate that he’ll be single for long!”

The poll also found that Match.com members dig beach volleyball. In addition to advancing to the gold medal game, Kerri Walsh can celebrate that Match.com members selected her as the female Olympian that they’d most like to go on a date with, taking 36% of the vote.

Fencing may seem like the most chivalrous sport, but according to Match.com members, it’s definitely not the sexiest. That title went to beach volleyball with 58% of the vote.

Additionally, when asked who they would rather have “pick them up when they’re down,” 65% of Match.com members decided to go for the gold with swimming sensation Michael Phelps, while only 35% selected Bela Karolyi. *Kerri Strug was not available to participate in this survey.*

In the end, Match.com members proved that the Olympics aren’t just about six-pack abs and bulging biceps. 62% of survey respondents said that dedication and determination make an Olympic athlete more attractive than just their chiseled physiques (38%).

This Match.com poll was conducted online and fielded nearly 2,000 responses.

Source: Match.com