Thorpe claims sixth gold

America's Natalie Coughlin on her way to victory in the 100m backstroke final

Britain's Alison Sheppard checks for her time after she won the first 50m freestyle semi-final

Australia's Grant Hackett (left) congratulates Britain's Graeme Smith after their 1500m heat

America's Natalie Coughlin won the 100m backstroke and Glenn Huegill of Australia won the 50m butterfly

Australia's Ian Thorpe (yellow cap) and America's Anthony Ervin dive in during the 4x100m medley final