Scots struggle in challenging conditions at Scotstoun during Commonwealth Games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Scottish athletes faced difficult weather at Scotstoun Stadium during day two of the Commonwealth Games athletics. Rain, thunder, and lightning impacted performances, with Andrew Butchart finishing 13th in the 10,000m. Other athletes also struggled; for example, Angela McAuslan-Kelly finished 11th in the hammer throw after stepping on a puddle. Allie Routledge sits 14th in the women's heptathlon after four events. Competitor Jamie Phillips missed qualifying for the 800m semi-finals by just 0.04 seconds.
- •Andrew Butchart finishes 13th in the 10,000m amid heavy rain.
- •Angela McAuslan-Kelly places 11th in hammer throw, fouling her first attempts.
- •Allie Routledge ranks 14th in women's heptathlon after four events.
- •Jamie Phillips narrowly misses 800m semi-final qualification by 0.04 seconds.
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Scots fail to sparkle at sodden Scotstoun
"A disappointing night for the Scots at Scotstoun amid torrential rain, thunder and lightning.
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