Photos: Slovakia's Michal Martikan wins Men's Slalom Canoe Single gold

(L-R) David Florence, Michal Martikan and Robin Bell (Photo credit: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Slovakia's Michal Martikan won the Men's Slalom Canoe Single gold medal in 176.65 at the Beijing Games on Tuesday.

Britain's David Florence took the silver in 178.61 and Australian Robin Bell got the bronze in 180.59.

Michal Martikan of Slovakia competes. (Photo credit: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Michal Martikan of Slovakia competes. (Photo credit: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

David Florence competes. (Photo credit: Adam Pretty/Getty Images)

Robin Bell poses after winning the bronze medal. (Photo credit: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)