1. Decisive dive
With the finish line approaching and gold so close she could almost touch it, Shaunae Miller of the Bahamas dived.
2. Rudisha rules again
Tell them, he whispered, that familiar soft timbre gaining urgency and strength. Tell them! David Rudisha is back!
3. Fun police?
Britain’s celebrating athletes are to be reminded not to disturb their team-mates with raucous partying after finishing their events.
4. No close shaves
Scientific rigour helped Team GB’s saddle-sore cyclists on their medal trail, with a new level of marginal gain.
5. 'I had my period'
Chinese swimming sensation Fu Yuanhui has earned plaudits back home for breaking the sporting taboo of discussing menstruation.
