Kate O'Connor wins heptathlon gold as Australia excels in swimming
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:11 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Kate O'Connor secured gold in the heptathlon for Northern Ireland at the Commonwealth Games on July 30, concluding with a strong performance after a challenging shot put. Australia's swimming team concluded its campaign by winning nine additional gold medals, totaling 37 throughout the Games, marking their highest ever in this event. This success follows notable achievements in various swimming events, including a clean sweep of the relays. With iconic performances from athletes like Josh Kerr and Cameron McEvoy, the Australian team continues to deepen its dominance.
- •O'Connor wins heptathlon gold for Northern Ireland.
- •Australia finishes with 37 gold medals in swimming.
- •Josh Kerr advances to the 1500m final with a strong heat performance.
- •Australia wins all relays in men's and women's 4x100m medley.
- •Chad le Clos becomes the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history.
- 12:11 AMYahoo Sports — O'Connor wins Commonwealth heptathlon as Australia set new record for swimming golds
"Kate O'Connor cruised to heptathlon gold for Northern Ireland as Australia rounded off their best ever Commonwealth Games in the pool with nine more swimming gold medals on Wednesday for a total of 37.- Australia's gold rush - In the final night of swimming action, Australia rounded off an unprecedented level of domination over the course of the meet, winning 37 of the 57 events.
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