Megan Keith wins bronze in 5000m at Commonwealth Games
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:49 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Megan Keith secured a bronze medal in the women's 5000m at the Commonwealth Games, held at Scotstoun Stadium on July 30, 2026. Competing in front of her 100-year-old grandfather, Dr. Murray Kirkwood, Keith thrived under reduced pressure after a disappointing performance in the 10,000m earlier in the week. She strategically timed her move with four laps to go, overtaking early pacesetters from Kenya and Uganda. While Rose Davies and Jessica Hull showcased a tight race for gold, Keith captured the attention of the home crowd during her final stretch. Keith plans to celebrate her victory with her grandfather, marking a memorable occasion for both.
- •Megan Keith claimed bronze in the women's 5000m at Scotstoun.
- •She previously finished ninth in the 10,000m earlier this week.
- •Dr. Murray Kirkwood, her grandfather, celebrated his 100th birthday and attended the event.
- •Keith made her move in the race with four laps remaining.
- •She aims to celebrate the win with her grandfather after the race.
- 10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Proud Keith wins bronze in front of 100-year-old grandad
- 10:49 PMBBC Sport — Proud Keith wins bronze in front of 100-year-old grandad
"Megan Keith claims a memorable Commonwealth Games bronze for Scotland in the 5000m in front of her 100-year-old grandad at Scotstoun Stadium.
"Megan Keith claims a memorable Commonwealth Games bronze for Scotland in the 5000m in front of her 100-year-old grandad at Scotstoun Stadium.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 10:49 PMProud Keith wins bronze in front of 100-year-old grandad
Megan Keith claims a memorable Commonwealth Games bronze for Scotland in the 5000m in front of her 100-year-old grandad at Scotstoun Stadium.
- BBC SportJul 30, 2026, 10:49 PMProud Keith wins bronze in front of 100-year-old grandad
Megan Keith claims a memorable Commonwealth Games bronze for Scotland in the 5000m in front of her 100-year-old grandad at Scotstoun Stadium.
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