Georgia Hunter Bell claims Commonwealth 800m gold over Lilian Odira
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Georgia Hunter Bell won the Commonwealth 800m title on July 31, 2026, in Glasgow, clocking a time of 1 minute 59.51 seconds. She executed a tactical race to outmaneuver world champion Lilian Odira, showcasing her skills at age 32. This victory marks the completion of her set of global medals. Hunter Bell's performance was highlighted as a tactical masterclass under the Glasgow lights.
- •Hunter Bell finished the race in 1:59.51.
- •She defeated world champion Lilian Odira.
- •The event took place in Glasgow.
- •This victory completes her collection of global medals.
- 9:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Georgia Hunter Bell holds off Lilian Odira to claim Commonwealth 800m gold
"Hunter Bell clocks 1min 59.51 to beat world champion Win secures full set of major medals for English woman There are late developers in sport, and then there is the brilliant Georgia Hunter Bell, who continues to defy sporting gravity at the age of 32. And on Friday night under the Glasgow lights, she gave a tactical masterclass to outwit – and then outpace – the 800m world champion Lilian Odira and complete her set of global medals. Continue reading...
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