Gwangju (South Korea): Britain's Adam Peaty became the first male swimmer to capture three 100 metres breaststroke world titles Monday, completing his golden treble in dominant fashion.

The 24-year-old, unbeaten in five years over the distance in major competitions, clocked 57.14 seconds in Gwangju, a day after smashing his own world record by ducking under 57 seconds -- also a first. Peaty previously shared the record of two 100m breaststroke world titles with American Brendan Hansen and Hungary's Norbert Rozsa. He also became the first man to bag five world championship medals in breaststroke events. Peaty burst from the blocks once again, turning just inside world record pace and leaving his rivals scrapping for the silver and bronze.