Eddie Nketia selected for Australia's Commonwealth Games track team

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Eddie Nketia selected for Australia's Commonwealth Games track team
Summary

Eddie Nketia, 25, will make his Australian debut at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after switching from New Zealand late last year. He has recorded a wind-assisted 100m time of 9.74 seconds this year, contributing to a strong sprint lineup for Australia. Nketia aims to improve further during the Games, which will feature an 86-member track and field team. His inclusion marks a significant step in his athletics career.

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  • Nketia recorded a wind-assisted 100m time of 9.74 seconds this year.
  • He joins a strong Australian sprint team at the Commonwealth Games.
  • Nketia switched national representation from New Zealand to Australia.
  • The Commonwealth Games are set to take place in Glasgow.
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  • 6:02 AMThe Guardian SportEddie Nketia to make Australia debut after Commonwealth Games sprint selection
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25-year-old has run a wind-assisted 9.74-second 100m this year Joins a strong sprint team in Glasgow that is missing Gout Gout Australian sprint sensation Eddie Nketia is talking up his potential to run even faster at the Commonwealth Games after a succession of eye-catching times. Nketia will make his Australian debut in Glasgow after switching late last year from New Zealand. He is one of the headline names in the 86-athlete track and field team named on Monday. Continue reading...

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