article: Michael Phelps made a winning return to competitive racing as the 18-time Olympic gold-medallist claimed 100 metres butterfly victory at the Arena Pro Swim Series in Arizona. Phelps, back in action after a six-month suspension imposed by USA Swimming following his drink driving conviction last September, won the race in Mesa with a time of 52.38 seconds, edging out Ryan Lochte. 'It's my first time to race since Pan Pacs (the 2014 Pan Pacific Championships), and being back in the water racing is something that I love,' said Phelps, quoted on usaswimming.org. Michael Phelps claimed 100 metres butterfly victory at the Arena Pro Swim Series following six-month ban . The 18-time Olympic gold-medallist was suspended by USA Swimming for failing a drink-driving test . 'I really enjoy it, and it feels good to be back.' Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history, will miss this summer's World Championships in Kazan, Russia, following discussions with USA Swimming. However, the 29-year-old Maryland native revealed earlier this week that he intends to compete at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Phelps made a splash again as he returned to the swimming pool to claim a win in Arizona . 29-year-old Phelps is aiming to compete in a fifth Olympics next year in Rio de Janeiro .
highlights: Michael Phelps won his first race back following six-month suspension .
  Phelps was suspended by USA Swimming for failing a drink-driving test .
  Olympic champion won 100m butterfly at the Arena Pro Swim Series .
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