British swimmer Stephen Milne has admitted that he is "really happy" to be through to the final of the 1500m freestyle at the World Swimming Championships in Russia.
The 21-year-old finished fourth in the fastest heat of the morning, leaving him fourth overall heading into the final, just behind defending champion Sun Yang.
Milne told reporters: "I'm really happy with the results of those heats. I wanted to make the final and I have so I'm really happy with the performance.
"It's about making the final. I've got my ticket now. I just have to prepare for it and do the best I can. Considering everything, I was happy with the 800m. It was good experience but this is my main event and the one I train for."
Milne was seventh in the final of the 800m earlier this week.
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Sian Cowper
Sian Cowper
