Phelps claims fifth gold medal

American sensation Michael Phelps has claimed his fifth gold medal of the Olympics with a storming finish in the 100m butterfly.

Phelps claims fifth gold medal

American sensation Michael Phelps has claimed his fifth gold medal of the Olympics with a storming finish in the 100m butterfly.

Phelps was only fifth at the turn as team-mate and world record holder Ian Crocker led the way, but the 19-year-old gradually clawed his way into contention and overtook Crocker with the final stroke.

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