Zac Shaw prepares for Commonwealth Games amid personal loss

Zac Shaw, a visually impaired sprinter from Grimsby, is gearing up for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The upcoming event marks a significant moment for Shaw, who has struggled with grief and panic attacks following his mother's death from cancer in August 2025. Shaw, who previously won a silver medal in Birmingham in 2022, described the past year as the most challenging of his career, highlighting his struggle to regain his confidence. He plans to honor his mother's memory by carrying a necklace with her name and charms during the competition.

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