France’s Bernard takes the gold in 100-meter freestyle

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts.

BEIJING -- France’s Alain Bernard won the gold medal in the men’s 100-meter freestyle Thursday in 47.21 seconds.

Australia’s Eamon Sullivan, who holds the world record of 47.05, got the silver with a time of 47.32. American Jason Lezak won the bronze in 47.67.

-- Debbie Goffa