2026 Commonwealth Games
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The Gold and the Bold from Glasgow Day One
The Gold and the Bold from Glasgow Day One
Sportshounds Louise Evans and Mike Osborne rate the stars and golden moments on Friday - day one at the Glasgow
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A broken lane rope holds up the swimming program, an Australian wins gold after a mad dash from the medal podium and an Englishman drops his lollies.
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Quick hits: Aussie's dash to glory, Englishman drops his lollies
A broken lane rope holds up the swimming, an Australian wins gold after a mad dash from the medal podium, and an Englishman drops his lollies. Here are the quick hits from day one of the Commonwealth Games.
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Flynn Southam Blazes 47.09 Leadoff, Australia Dominates Men's 400 Free Relay; Two Games Records
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Commonwealth Games, Day One Finals: Flynn Southam Blazes 47.09 Leadoff, Australia Dominates Men's 400 Free Relay; Two Games Records
Flynn Southam starred on the opening leg, and Kyle Chalmers sealed the deal as Australia scored gold in the men's 400 free relay.
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DOUBLE RELAY GOLD!
Australia made a statement on Day 1 in the pool, with the men's and women's 4x100m relay teams leading a haul of 6 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze medals overnight
Australia made a statement on Day 1 in the pool, with the men's and women's 4x100m relay teams leading a haul of 6 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze medals overnight
Gina Rinehart offers big bonuses for Aussie athletes at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Gina Rinehart has heavily supported Australian swimmers for over a decade through direct financial backing and Hancock Prospecting.
She provides millions of dollars in annual grants and lucrative medal bonuses - such as $20,000 for gold and $30,000 for world records - though athletes have faced restrictions on publicly thanking her during official events like the Commonwealth Games.
Gina Rinehart offers big bonuses for Aussie athletes
Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest person, has offered thousands of dollars to swimmers who bring home medals.
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Australia has opened its Glasgow Commonwealth Games 3x3 campaign with three straight victories, making an early statement in the tournament.
A flawless start as the Gangurrus continue their push for Commonwealth Games glory.
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A statement to open the campaign
The Australian Diamonds are off to a flying start at Glasgow 2026, powering past Tonga 99–38 in their opening match.
The Australian Diamonds are off to a flying start at Glasgow 2026, powering past Tonga 99–38 in their opening match.
