Walsh and McConnell advance to semi-finals, Fryers eliminated

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Walsh and McConnell advance to semi-finals, Fryers eliminated
Summary

Michaela Walsh and Jon McConnell advanced to the semi-finals of their respective divisions at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, while Caitlin Fryers was eliminated. Walsh dominated Scotland's Lara Brown in the featherweight quarter-final, earning scores from all five judges. She will face Fiji's Jasmine Daunakamakama next. In the flyweight division, Fryers lost to India's Shakshi by unanimous decision, finishing her campaign without a medal. McConnell received a walkover victory against Carl Hield, securing a spot in the semi-finals as well.

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  • Walsh won all five rounds against Lara Brown.
  • Fryers lost against Shakshi by unanimous decision.
  • McConnell advances via walkover against Carl Hield.
  • Walsh will face Jasmine Daunakamakama in the semi-finals.
  • Fryers' exit ends her medal hopes at these Games.
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  • 1:06 PMYahoo SportsWalsh and McConnell guaranteed bronze as Fryers exits
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Michaela Walsh and Jon McConnell are through to their respective semi-finals but Caitlin Fryers' 2026 Commonwealth Games journey comes to an end.

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