Anthony Stephens into S5 200m freestyle final

Britain's Anthony Stephens has qualified for the final of the men's S5 200m freestyle final.

Stephens finished in a time 2:51.42, coming second in his heat and qualifying for the final fourth fastest overall.

Reigning champion Daniel Dias looked in good form, swimming close to his Paralympic record in 2:36.51.

American Roy Perkins and Spain's Sebastian Rodriguez were the only other swimmers to go under 2:50.

The final is tonight at 6.51pm.

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