Day 9 was all about Usain Bolt and the great Jamaican did not fail to impress, storming in the 100m to easily take the gold.

In great news for Australian athletics, 19-year-old Steve Solomon put his controversial selection behind him to qualify for the 400m final.

Show jumper Edwina Tops-Alexander delivered another perfect ride to be among six show jumpers ranked equal first, and Anna Meares qualified second-fastest for the track cycling sprint.

For the home nation, Andy Murray finally won at Wimbledon, beating Roger Federer in straight sets.