July 26 - Brazilian sprinter Alan Oliveira has completed his treble of gold medals at the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletics World Championships at the Stadium of Parilly in Lyon, setting a record in the T44 400 metres to add another gold to his collection.

The 20-year-old double leg amputee crossed the line in a Championship best 48.58sec to finish clear of American pair Blake Leeper and David Prince, who took silver and bronze respectively, to add to his earlier 100m and 200m titles.

He succeeded as champion Oscar Pistorius, who decided not to defend his title after being charged with the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in February.

"I was so happy when I crossed the line and I saw the time," said Oliveira.

"To run 48 [seconds] when I don't train for this distance was great.

"I bet my coach now asks me to do more 400 metres.

"After what I did on the 200m, I was very happy with myself and very confident for the 400m

"I only realised when I looked at the big screen and saw my opponents so far behind that I could run 48 seconds.

"I'm completely thrilled to go back home with three golds."

But Leeper, who ran a personal best 49.30, can feel himself catching up with the Brazilian, and vowed to go faster next time he faces his rival.