Commonwealth Games Updates
7 articles from 5 countries
Jamaican swimmer Sabrina Lyn and Fijian David Tolu Young advance to finals in their respective events at the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, Australia leads the medal tally, and a gymnast was hospitalized after a severe fall during competition.
Nigerian Para-Powerlifter Riluwan Idris Becomes 'Millionaire' After Commonwealth Games Gold
- Nigeria's para-powerlifters secured three gold and three silver medals at the Commonwealth Games, exceeding initial expectations for the sport. - Riluwan Idris unexpectedly won gold in the heavyweight category after officials doubled his potential bonus to $10,000, motivating him to lift a personal best. - Idris's victory, achieved through a calculated strategy and strong lifts, contributed sign…
PNG's Morea Baru Claims Pacific Islands' First Medal at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
- Papua New Guinea weightlifter Morea Baru won a bronze medal in the men's 65kg category at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. - This marks Baru's fourth Commonwealth Games medal, with two previous si…
Tonga stun hosts as Pacific athletes light up Commonwealth Games
- Tonga achieved a major upset in the Commonwealth Games, defeating host Scotland 12-10 in the women's 3x3 basketball final. - Fiji's teenage swimmer Anahira McCutcheon broke the national record in th…
Scottish-blooded Anderson thrilled to win gold in Glasgow instead of Victoria
- Australian swimmer Iona Anderson won a gold medal in the 100m backstroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. - Anderson expressed her preference for the Glasgow games over regional Victoria, citin…
Gymnast Ward goes from Glasgow dreamer to gold medallist
- Reuben Ward won the Commonwealth Games all-around gymnastics gold medal for Scotland in Glasgow. - The 21-year-old's victory fulfilled a childhood dream inspired by watching the Games in Glasgow 12 …
Nigeria Boosts Commonwealth Games Athlete Bonuses
- Nigeria's National Sports Commission (NSC) has increased performance bonuses for athletes at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. - Gold medalists will now receive $10,000, silver $5,000, and bronze $…
Commonwealth Games: Pacific Hope for Medals in Bowls and Boxing
- Pacific Island nations are hoping to secure medals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. - The sports where medals are anticipated include bowls and boxing. - This represents a significant hope for …