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14 AugustMore than 100 years after the last menÕs Olympic golf champion was crowned, Great BritainÕs Justin Rose claimed a stunning victory at the Reserva de Marapendi Golf Course. After an epic final-round duel with SwedenÕs Henrik Stenson, Rose made a gold medal-clinching birdie in front of thousands of enthusiastic fans surrounding the 18th green. ÒIt felt like a cross between a golf tournament and a carnival,Ó said Rose. ÒIt was unique, incredible.ÓThe fireworks continued in the Olympic Stadium, with South AfricaÕs Wayde van Niekerk leaving mouths agape as he smashed Michael JohnsonÕs 17-year-old world record in the 400m final. Drawn in lane eight, the 24-year-old left defending champion Kirani James of Grenada in his wake as he stormed home in a blistering 43.03 seconds.The crowd barely had time to react before the menÕs 100m provided a thrilling climax to the day, with JamaicaÕs Usain Bolt streaking clear to become the first athlete to win three consecutive Olympic 100m titles.DAY936 OLYMPIC REVIEW