Carl Myerscough fails to qualify for shot put final

Great Britain will not be represented in the shot put final after Carl Myerscough failed to qualify from his third attempt.

The Brit finished in 14th place in Group B of the qualifying round and 29th overall in the standings after posting an 18.95m as his furthest throw.

"I probably just tried a little too hard and it didn't come off," Myerscough told the BBC. "It's a massive disappointment. I felt great out there.

"I've probably never felt better. The adrenaline was enormous. I just didn't relax enough and it just didn't click."

Reese Hoffa of the United States, who is the favourite for a gold medal, qualified at the top of the pile with a throw of 21.36m.

The final is due to take place at 8.30pm this evening.