The 28-year-old, who was born and raised in Hemel Hempstead, won his third Olympic gold medal and his sixth in total as he opened the competition and produced a stunning routine, which couldn't be beaten. Here are the best pictures from Whitlock's moment of glory.
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It was definitely all smiles under the mask for Max Whitlock after he received his gold medal Photo: Jamie Squire/Getty Images
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Max Whitlock proudly shows off his third Olympic gold medal Photo: Jamie Squire/Getty Images
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Max Whitlock is now regarded as the greatest British gymnast in Olympic history Photo: Jamie Squire/Getty Images
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