Archie Goodburn aims for Commonwealth medal despite cancer battle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn is targeting a medal in the 50m breaststroke at Glasgow 2026, motivated by recent improvements in his health. He is undergoing treatment for inoperable brain tumors, which has slowed their growth and allowed him to achieve personal bests. Goodburn broke his own Scottish record post-diagnosis and believes he can compete at a high level in the upcoming Games. He also emphasizes the importance of advocacy for brain cancer awareness and treatment access. Graduating recently with a first-class degree in chemical engineering, he expresses deep gratitude to those who supported him through his journey.
- •Goodburn holds the Scottish 50m breaststroke record.
- •He aims for a podium finish at Glasgow 2026.
- •His tumors are inoperable but their growth has slowed.
- •He graduated with a first-class degree in chemical engineering.
- •Goodburn advocates for brain cancer awareness and treatment access.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Brain cancer does not dim Goodburn's Glasgow podium dream
- 4:30 PMBBC Sport — Brain cancer does not dim Goodburn's Glasgow podium dream
"Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn targets a home medal at Glasgow 2026 with new treatment slowing the growth of his inoperable brain tumours.
"Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn targets a home medal at Glasgow 2026 with new treatment slowing the growth of his inoperable brain tumours.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 4:30 PMBrain cancer does not dim Goodburn's Glasgow podium dream
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn targets a home medal at Glasgow 2026 with new treatment slowing the growth of his inoperable brain tumours.
- BBC SportJun 22, 2026, 4:30 PMBrain cancer does not dim Goodburn's Glasgow podium dream
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn targets a home medal at Glasgow 2026 with new treatment slowing the growth of his inoperable brain tumours.
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