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Beijing - day 5 highlights

We look back at the best action from day 5 in Beijing

Phelps goes for four

Phelps goes for four

A view of Michael Phelps as he sets off in the Men's 200m Butterfly Final.

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Fans for the memories

Olympic pictures

From Cuba to North Korea - the best Olympics fan pictures.

Can London better Beijing?

Boris Johnson

Will London live up to its promises for 2012 despite budgetary concerns?

The great haul of China

Chris Hoy

From Hoy to Ohuruogu, we rewind Team GB's best Olympic performance in 100 years.

Why we’ll blitz 2012

Olympic celebrations

Thought 19 gold medals at Beijing was a super effort? Here’s why we'll do even better in London.

Phelps joins greats

Michael Phelps

See where Michael Phelps stands amongst our greatest ever Olympians.

The closing ceremony

David Beckham at the closing ceremony

Featuring Boris Johnson, Leona Lewis, Jimmy Page and David Beckham.

The opening ceremony

The opening ceremony

Relive all the bang and bling of the greatest show on Earth.