Sam Bennett returns to form ahead of Commonwealth Games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:43 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Sam Bennett, the Essex 110m hurdler, has secured a spot on Team England for the upcoming Commonwealth Games after showing strong performances in recent weeks. He achieved personal best times, clocking 13.41 seconds to win the UK Championships title in Birmingham. Following a severe knee injury that sidelined him for three months, Bennett's return to competitive form includes 13 races across six weeks. He expressed gratitude for being able to compete and looks forward to the championships in Scotland, viewing it as a special opportunity to represent England.
- •Bennett suffered a serious knee injury last December.
- •He recorded personal bests of 13.45 and 13.41 seconds recently.
- •Bennett was added to Team England's squad of 63 athletes.
- •He aims to refine his technique before the Commonwealth Games in July.
- •His coach, Steve Surety, plays a crucial role in his training.
- 11:43 AMYahoo Sports — Games place boosts Bennett after serious injury
"Essex hurdler Sam Bennett suffered a serious knee injury at the end of last year, but is now back and in top form as he looks ahead to the Commonwealth Games.
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