Athletics: Valerie Adams claims fifth Diamond League crown

Valerie Adams won her fifth Diamond League season title. Photo / AP

Valerie Adams has won her fifth Diamond League crown.

The three-time Olympic medallist finished second behind Olympic champion Michelle Carter in the final Diamond League women's shot put meet of the season in Brussels.

Adams threw 19.57 metres with Carter winning with 19.98.

And your 5 time #DiamondRace champion @ValerieAdams84 🎉🎉🎉#DiamondLeague pic.twitter.com/O7gD63PyHa

— Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) September 8, 2016

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2016 #DiamondRace champion, @ValerieAdams84! pic.twitter.com/z8BsVXRJjx

— Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) September 8, 2016