Rose Davies completes 5,000m and 10,000m double at Commonwealth Games
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Rose Davies claimed gold in the 5,000m event at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Friday morning (AEST). The Newcastle-born runner had previously secured gold in the 10,000m, making her the first woman to achieve this double at the Commonwealth level. Davies celebrated her victory by dropping to her knees in emotional triumph following a close competition with fellow Australian Jessica Hull. With this win, Davies adds to her accolades and solidifies her status in long-distance running. The Games continue with more events scheduled in the coming days.
- •Davies won gold in the 5,000m on July 30, 2026.
- •She previously won gold in the 10,000m at the same Games.
- •Davies is the first woman to achieve this double.
- •The event took place at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow.
- •Jessica Hull was a close competitor in the 5,000m race.
- 12:48 AMThe Guardian Sport — Australia's Rose Davies wins historic second Commonwealth Games gold medal – video
- 9:30 PMThe Guardian Sport — Australian Rose Davies wins gold in 5,000m in second Commonwealth Games triumph
"Newcastle-born Davies wins in Glasgow Follows earlier gold in 10,000m Rose Davies has roared to a landmark track triumph at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, becoming the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double. The Newcastle-born 26-year-old dropped to her knees in joy after winning the shorter distance on Friday morning (AEST) at Scotstoun Stadium after a battle royal with her Australian teammate Jessica Hull. Continue reading...
"Rose Davies stayed within the leading group for the entire race before surging past Scotland's Megan Keith with 200m to go to win gold in the 5,000m. A woman had never before completed the 10,000m-5,000m double at the Commonwealth Games. Rose Davies makes history in Australian 5,000m one-two at Commonwealth Games Continue reading...
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External links- The Guardian SportJul 31, 2026, 12:48 AMAustralia's Rose Davies wins historic second Commonwealth Games gold medal – video
Rose Davies stayed within the leading group for the entire race before surging past Scotland's Megan Keith with 200m to go to win gold in the 5,000m. A woman had never before completed the 10,000m-5,000m double at the Commonwealth Games. Rose Davies makes history in Australian 5,000m one-two at Commonwealth Games Continue reading...
- The Guardian SportJul 30, 2026, 9:30 PMAustralian Rose Davies wins gold in 5,000m in second Commonwealth Games triumph
Newcastle-born Davies wins in Glasgow Follows earlier gold in 10,000m Rose Davies has roared to a landmark track triumph at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, becoming the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double. The Newcastle-born 26-year-old dropped to her knees in joy after winning the shorter distance on Friday morning (AEST) at Scotstoun Stadium after a battle royal with her Australian teammate Jessica Hull. Continue reading...
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