05/08/2012 BBC Weekend News

Usain Bolt is the fastest man on Earth, as he takes gold in the 100

metres. He's not the first out of the

blocks, but he powers his way past Sweet revenge for Andy Murray with

an Olympic gold, as he beats Roger Federer in straight sets. This

week's been incredible. Ben Ainslie wins his fourth Olympic

gold. Gold for Ben Ainslie, as The Records tumble again.

The other news tonight: Torrential rain brings flash

flooding across England, Wales and Scotland, with warnings there could

Good evening. It's been one of the most eagerly anticipated races of

the entire Olympic Games. Usain Bolt has not disappointed in the

men's 100 metres. He powered to gold n a race that featured the

four fastest men in the world. He had not been the quickest qualifier,

but he saved the best till last to thrill the crowds in the Olympic

Stadium behind me. The grand setting for the 10-second

drama. Its prologue came two hours before with the semi-finals. The

winner of the first, a former Olympic champion, banned twice for

drugs, Justin Gatlin and a cool 9.82. Should you miss the point

these are the alpha males of athletics! Usain Bolt has not been

on top form recently. Well this might silence the doubters. He all

but yawned as he came over the line in 9.87. Right now Bolt is not even

jam ma ka's number one runner - this man is, Yohan Blake, nicknamed

"the beast." So, tense, nervous? We might have

been. One man wasn't. THE COMMENTATOR: Bolt not out quickly.

Bolt getting alongside Gatlin. He's pulling away. He's going to win the

gold. 9.64. The champion becomes a legend!

More remarkable still, Bolt started with all the nimbleness of a

wardrobe. Once that big frame started striding, nothing could

catch him. So, I think I sat in the blocks a

little bit. I don't think it's the best reaction in the world. That

was the key - remember my coach said, stop worrying about the start,

the best part of the race is at the end. That is where you rule. So, I

stopped worrying about the start and I executed. It worked. Last

night this stadium held Britain agog. Tonight, this man left the

world in wonder. Our sports editor is in the Olympic

Stadium. David, it was quite a race. Do you think it lived up to its

billing? It was billed as "the greatest race possibly in history."

It must be up there. Seven of the eight finalists managing to run.

Usain Bolt had to dig really, really deep to beat Yohan Blake. It

is worth remembering that coming into this race Usain Bolt said he

was only 95% fit. There was just an air of vulnerability of him. He was

talking about his injuries. One wonders now if that was all

kidology. No other runner has managed to defend his 100 metres

title apart from Carl Lewis in 1994 and 1998. This is the second

fastest time in Olympic history. Of course this is the only person who

Bolt. He has delivered tonight. Of course, he's sop important to this

sport of track and field -- so important to this sport of track

and field. I think he has become a legend tonight. Thank you. Andy

Murray has won his first Olympic gold medal, beating Roger Federer

in straight sets. History um of comes a month after defeat at the

hands of Federer at Wimbledon. Today Murray said today's win was

the biggest of his life. So, what did this mean to Andy

Murray? Redemption, to re-visit the scene of his most heart-defeating

event, to take on the man who laid him so low four weeks ago? Andy

Murray excelled. It's not just the kit that's changed.

Since he lost that Wimbledon final, maybe he has lost his inhibitions

too. First set to Murray, six sets to two.

So, the first set won in impressive style. I think everyone here

realises this is now or never. Grand Slams will come and go. Andy

Murray will never again have the chance to win the Olympics here on

Centre Court. Second set, Federer threw himself

into it. Still Murray was better. 6-1. Now it was his match. His gold

medal to lose. Well, really not a hint of a mistake in the third set.

6-4. Victory in straight sets. Simple.

It's a golden triumph of for Andy Murray. Andy Murray went directly

to those who support him through thick and thin. He said his

inspiration came from watching Mo Farah. He was caught up in Olympic

momentum. The biggest win of my life. This week's been incredible

so far. The support's been amazing. He was not finished. There was one

more job to do. Mixed doubles final with Laura Robson. They took the

first set, but eventually lost. Still a silver few had foreseen.

Now Olympic champions have fresh demands on their time. Centre Court

has enjoyed seeing Andy Murray's sensitive side this summer. Now,

that young man can say he's met a true winner.

Ben Ainslie has become the most successful sailor in the history of

the Games. He came first in the Finn class in Weymouth.

The biggest race of his life, with his status as a sailing legend

already assured. Now it was time to apply some gloss and become the

most decorated Olympian in the sport's history. The Danish leader,

Jonas Hogh-Christensen, stood in his way. Ainslie was ready to

launch his bid for glory. Before the Finn class contest began, Team

GB had other medal prospects, Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson were

expected to defend their title. The favourites could only get silver

after luedsing out to Sweden. The British pair in the star class

could not manage gold, now it is time for Ben Ainslie. Can he

deliver? With thousands of supporters crammed on to the

peninsula Ainslie knew he had to finish ahead of Jonas Hogh-

Christensen. While the pair tussled at the back of the fleet, the only

other contender claimed to second and on course for gold. Ainslie was

sailing close to the wind. It could not be more tense. At the last turn

came the final twist. The Dutchman slipped back and Ainslie took his

chance. The crowds are about to cheer now because Ben Ainslie wins

his fourth Olympic gold. He is the greatest sailing Olympian in the

history of the Games. Having beaten the distraught Jonas Hogh-

Christensen that was good enough for the latest and probably the

last gold medal of an astonishing career. I will be very surprised if

you see me in Rio. This is the best way to leave on top. At home

Olympics you never get any better than that. British sailing has

never seen anything like this before. Ainslie's historic

achievement, ensuring he takes his place among those rarest of

Olympians who transcend the sport that mastered.

So, where does today's sporting action leave the medal table? Team

GB remain in third place, with 16 Now, the rest of the news.

Torrential rain has led to flash floods in southern Scotland,

Newcastle, Wales and North Somerset, with forecasters warning there may

be more to come. Dozens of homes were flooded in Jedburgh n the

Scottish Borders. Shoppers on this Scottish high

street this morning stopping to watch the water pouring past. The

scale of the flooding filmed by a passer-by. Many businesses in the

market town of Jedburgh had used sandbags to protect their shops.

Still the water found its way inside.

Fire and Rescue teams in Somerset had more than 80 emergency calls

from people in the town of Nailsea along. Residents lying down lines

of defences. It was torrential rain, like you have never seen. The

drains could not cope with it. They overflowed. In Wales, the heavy

rain closed roads and railway lines this morning. In Newcastle this

afternoon drivers were caught out by flash flooding.

Most were told to drive carefully, as many smaller roads have flooded.

In London, the women's marathon kicked off in the wet. The downpour

though not putting off spectators or spops Gelena from setting a new

-- stopping Gelena from setting a new record. This is Bradford in

August. They were hail stones they came rushing down the road. It left

alleyways and pavements iced over. Annual ber warnings for rain are in

place across -- amber warnings for rain are still in place. The public

have been warned to be on goord for the possibility of more localised

flooding. Police say they are becoming

increasingly concerned about a 12- year-old girl who has gone missing

in South London. Tia Sharp was last seen two days ago when she left her

grandmother's in Croydon. Detectives say it is out of

character for her to go missing. She is white, has a slim build.

Four foot five inches tall and was wearing glasses. When she left her

grandmother's house she was wearing a yellow tube type top, faded, grey

skinny jeans, like leggings and boot trainers with a pink Nike tick

on them. 20,000 soldiers in and around Aleppo are preparing for an

assault against rebel fighters N the capital, Damascus, Government

officials claim the Army has retaken the last rebel stronghold.

At least seven people have been killed in a shooting at a Sikh

temple according to police in Wisconsin. A man suspected of

carrying out the attack was shot dead by officers at the scene.

Three people are in a critical condition in a local hospital.

More on the action at the Olympics now and East end girl Christine

Ohuruogu narrowly missed out on defending her 400 metre title. She

powered through the field, but just lost out to her American rival to

gain silver. It was gold in Beijing, but would

it be gold in London? Christine Ohuruogu has often struggled since

her Olympic triumph of four years ago. From lane eight, she produced

a late surge in a thrilling finish. Silver this time for Ohuruogu.

Despite the best of runs there was only disappointment. No, I was

heart broken, actually. I was heart broken. I really was to have... To

lose your title like that. biggest cheer had been for Mo Farah.

Hopes of more British success tonight didn't materialise, with

our triple jumper finishing fifth. In the men's 400 metres Pistorius

bowed out at the semi-final stage, finishing last in his race.

Meanwhile, there was more success for Britain's gymnasts, Louis Smith,

last to go in the Pommel Horse final w a superb routine. He was

given the same score as the Hungarian, but Smith's inferior

marks for execution meant he had to settle for silver. Bronze went to

Max Whitlock. There was another cycling medal. This time in the

omnium, an event made up of six races. Ed Clancy winning the last

of them to secure bronze. Well, for London 2012, the scale of Team GB's

success has surpassed many people's expectations. Today people have

been celebrating yesterday's six medals. This report from Hyde Park

in central London. This is what Sebastian Coe's dreams

have looked like for the last seven years.

In central London, another gold, and the sunshine to match.

How good is it to be British right now? Awesome. Go on Murray!

Fabulous! Not just this weekend, it's the

whole of the Olympics. From Andy Murray's home of Dunblane to the

Cornish sailing club where Ben Ainslie started out.

The golds just keep coming. It's just awesome! Wow! The Royal Mail

is painting postboxs gold near the winner's homes, like this one. Mo

Farah's win, last night, was another remarkable moment.

In the BBC commentary box, impartiality was momentarily swept

aside. In East London, where Farah grew up,

they had an extra spring in their step this morning, after the man

they see training won gold on his own doorstep. Amazing. I lost my

voice. I was screaming like a luen tick. I couldn't help myself.

pass everyone on the road. Everyone is saying "Good morning." Everyone

is in the spirit. It's a wonderful feeling. Milton Keynes where Greg

Rutherford trains. They are hoping to follow in his footsteps. The

debate has begun about how to fund future success. Let's use the

momentum which has created so much inspiration in this country to

create practical opportunities, in schools, clubs, local communities,

for kids to get into sport and stay in sport.

Jessica Ennis! The Government says it is committed

to creating a lasting sporting legacy out of moments like this.

Getting us out of our armchairs, not watching it, but actually doing