Ruta Meilutyte has become Olympic Games champion at the
age of 15 by claiming Lithuania 's
first Swimming medal with victory in the 100m Breaststroke.
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- The teenager made her intentions clear throughout the rounds, setting a new
European record in the heats, and was fastest into the final.
Meilutyte led from start to finish and held off a
fast-finishing Rebecca Soni, the Beijing
silver medallist, to win in 1:05.55.
While the youngster's achievement was the highlight of the
night for the crowd, who were clearly moved by what she had done, it was a
thrilling night at the Aquatics Centre.
Yannick Agnel won his second, and France's third, gold in 24
hours when he led from start to finish to take the 200m Freestyle title in
1:43.14, the fastest ever in a textile suit.
Talking about France 's success in the pool this
week, Agnel said 'We are very pleased because it is a reward for several
years of very hard work. It's pure happiness.'
Teenager Missy Franklin won her first individual medal when
she took the 100m Backstroke title in 58.33, with her fellow American Matt
Grevers setting a new Olympic record of 52.16 in the men's equivalent.
Asked about her win, Franklin
said 'It's incredible. I dreamt about it all my life and I can't believe it
happened at 17 (years old). I cannot put it into words, it's incredible. I still
feel like I am in a dream and someone has to pinch me.'
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