Chad le Clos aims for Commonwealth Games medal record in Glasgow

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 9:44 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Chad le Clos aims for Commonwealth Games medal record in Glasgow

Summary

Chad le Clos is set to compete in the men's 50m and 100m butterfly at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. With 18 medals to his name, he is tied for the most decorated male athlete in the history of the event, matching shooters Phil Adams and Mick Gault. Le Clos expressed a desire to secure the title after his recent struggles, including a silver medal at the 2022 Games amid mental health challenges. He credits a 12-week break from swimming, advised by his father, for his current competitive state. Le Clos also opened a swimming academy in South Africa, emphasizing his commitment to future generations of swimmers.

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Key Details

•Le Clos has won 18 Commonwealth Games medals, including 7 golds.
•He aims to surpass Phil Adams and Mick Gault in the record books.
•Previous medal competition included a silver in 2022 amid personal challenges.
•He took a break from swimming last year to recover.
•Le Clos opened a swimming academy in South Africa with plans for expansion.

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9:44 AMBBC Sport — Le Clos would 'love' Commonwealth Games medal record

What they're saying

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South African swimming Chad le Clos says it would be "amazing" to stand alone as the most decorated male athlete in the history of the Commonwealth Games.
— BBC Sport

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