Cam McEvoy wins gold in 50m freestyle at Commonwealth Games
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 9:36 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Cam McEvoy dominated the 50m freestyle final on July 26 in Glasgow, achieving a time under 21 seconds for only the second time in his career. This victory marks McEvoy's first individual gold at his third Commonwealth Games, as Australian swimmers continue to perform strongly. Other Australian athletes also excelled, with Lani Pallister winning gold in the 1500m and Iona Anderson securing a victory in the 100m backstroke. McEvoy's performance reinforces his focus on the upcoming Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
- •McEvoy set a new Games record in the 50m freestyle.
- •Lani Pallister won gold in the 1500m.
- •Iona Anderson claimed victory in the 100m backstroke.
- •This is McEvoy's first individual gold in Commonwealth Games history.
- 9:36 PMThe Guardian Sport — Cam McEvoy says ‘I can’t just cruise’ as he dominates 50m freestyle in Glasgow and eyes Olympics
"Sprint ace sets new Games record as Australian swimmers bank more gold Lani Pallister cruises to gold in 1500m as Iona Anderson wins 100m backstroke Breanna Scott wins individual gymnastics silver Cam McEvoy’s Glasgow gold has him looking to Los Angeles with confidence as he headlined another strong night for Australia’s Commonwealth Games swim team. The sprint ace dominated the 50m freestyle final on Sunday night, going under 21 seconds for only the second time. It is McEvoy’s first individual gold medal at his third Commonwealth Games. Continue reading...
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