[1] Chorafas was the only swimmer to compete in all three of the open swimming events, as they were contested immediately after each other.

According to current data provided at the official website of the Olympic Games, Chorafas has won only one third place at the Men's 500 m freestyle, being the last of only three swimmers who finally participated at the event.

[3] According to an Austrian article, Otto Herschmann's second place, and thus silver medal, was silently recognised by IOC by the time of the 2012 Summer Olympics.

[5] The second place of Chorafas in this event is supported by the Official Report of the 1896 Summer Olympics,[6] as well by Greek newspapers of that time.

[7][8] Concerning the Men's 1200 m freestyle event, the official website of the Olympic Games does not recognize a bronze medalist, citing Chorafas among three swimmers in unknown position, between the third and the fifth one.