McKeown and Kelly open pairs campaign with win over Tonga
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:26 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Adam McKeown and Gary Kelly made a strong debut in the men’s pairs at the Commonwealth Games, securing an 8-2, 8-2 victory against Tonga’s Chad Nathan and Liam Hill. After supporting Kelly in earlier singles events, McKeown showcased his skill, repeatedly setting up winning ends for Kelly, who made crucial shots. The duo’s next challenge will be against Pakistan on Thursday morning, amid tougher competition expected from New Zealand and Australia later in the group stage.
- •McKeown and Kelly beat Tonga 8-2, 8-2
- •McKeown's debut performance at the Commonwealth Games
- •Next match is against Pakistan on Thursday
- •Stronger competition looms in their group
- •Kelly previously won a bronze medal in singles
- 9:26 AMYahoo Sports — McKeown and Kelly make winning start to pairs campaign
"Adam McKeown has been waiting to make his first appearance at these Commonwealth Games and along with singles bronze medallist Gary Kelly, they made an impressive start to the men’s pairs beating Tonga’s Chad Nathan and Liam Hill 8-2, 8-2.
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