Mollie O'Callaghan cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 6:53 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Mollie O'Callaghan has been declared fit to compete at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow starting July 23, despite having been advised last month to stop swimming due to spinal stress fractures. The Olympic and world champion from Australia stated that further assessments allowed her to confirm her participation, including events at the Pan Pacific Championships in California in August. She faces a challenging road as she prepares for the Games, competing in the 100m and 200m freestyle, the 50m backstroke, and the mixed relay.
- •O'Callaghan was previously advised to stop swimming due to injury.
- •She is set to compete in multiple events at the Commonwealth Games.
- •The Games begin in Glasgow on July 23.
- •She aims to give her best despite recent health issues.
- 6:53 AMYahoo Sports — O'Callaghan fit for Glasgow despite doctor warning
"Mollie O'Callaghan says she is fit to compete at the Commonwealth Games despite being told to "stop swimming immediately" by doctors last month.
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