Usain Bolt he defeated Justin Gatlin for the second time in a week to land the 200m world title.
He also beat Gatlin in the 100m on Sunday.
He won in a time of 19.55sec, the fastest time in the world this year and his quickest since winning gold at London 2012.
At 80m he was level with Gatlin, however, after executing his trademark kick. He accelerated clear and comfortably won with Gatlin second in 19.74sec.
Anaso Jobodwana was third in 19.87sec, a new South African record.
'As you know, it means a lot to me,' said Bolt to the BBC, 'This is a big deal. I am happy to be a 10-time gold medallist. I just can't explain. Hard work and dedication to the sport. Especially this season where a lot of people have been doubting me, saying that I would lose.'
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