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Commonwealth Games: No Glasgow 2026 swimming medals for Scotland on night two in the pool

Scotland's Swim Team Faces Challenges but Secures Finals at Commonwealth Games

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Friday night at Tollcross set a high bar, and while Team Scotland did not secure any podium finishes on Saturday, the atmosphere remained positive as several swimmers advanced to finals.

The highlight of the night came when Angharad Evans dominated the second semi-final of the women's 100m breaststroke, clinching a spot in Sunday’s final with the fastest time. Her impressive performance generated excitement among fans, proving she is a formidable competitor in the pool.

Upcoming events include:

  • Angharad Evans competing in the 100m breaststroke final at 19:20 BST on Sunday.
  • Katie Shanahan, fresh off her silver in the 200m backstroke, aiming for another medal in the 100m backstroke final.

Despite the lack of medals, the night featured significant achievements, including the 4x100m mixed relay team, which included poster boy Duncan Scott. They finished fifth but set a new Scottish record in the process.

Other performances included:

  • Sean McCann finishing eighth in the men’s 400m freestyle final.
  • Lucy Grieve taking seventh in the women’s 50m butterfly final.
  • Matthew Ward breaking the Scottish record in the men’s 50m backstroke but finishing seventh.

While the medals eluded them, the spirit and determination of Scotland's swimmers shone through, setting the stage for future competitions.

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