Australian Athletics has hailed the national team’s exceptional performances at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games after the team finished with 34 medals, 12 gold, 11 silver and 11 bronze.
As our athletes return to Australia or continue to compete in competitions in Europe including the completion of the Diamond League and the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in September, it’s a chance to reflect on the team’s achievements.
Australia topped the medal tally in athletics for a third consecutive Commonwealth Games and the performance in Glasgow was the equal fourth highest medal tally by an Australian athletics team, despite a shortened program of events.
Beyond the medal tally, Australian athletes recorded 77 top eight finishes, highlighting the depth of performance across the team in both able bodied and para events.
Australian Athletics Chief Executive Officer Simon Hollingworth said the performances showcased the strength of the national high-performance program and the culture that continues to underpin Australian athletics.
“What an incredible few days of athletics for the Australian team in Glasgow,” he said.
“From established names like Matt Denny, Kurtis Marschall, Eleanor Patterson, Jemima Montag and Mackenzie Little winning more gold, to the next generation of athletes including Isaac Beacroft, Lachie Kennedy, Torrie Lewis, Cameron Myers and Claudia Hollingsworth making their mark.
“Of course, who could forget Rose Davies and her famous double in the 10,000m and 5000m.
“It was also great to see our para-athletes do so well, including a gutsy gold medal by Rhiannon Clarke over 200m.
“I was also very proud how our team conducted themselves in Glasgow on and off track, showcasing a positive team spirit.”
Australian Athletics President Jane Flemming praised the team and believes the results from the Commonwealth Games bode well for the future of athletics in Australia.
“The Commonwealth Games are so important to our athletes, and the results were just incredible,” she said.
“It was also great to see such a wonderful reaction to what our athletes did in Glasgow back home in Australia.
“The men’s 4x100m epitomised how we are going as a sport.
“The result accurately reflected the thought, hard work and attitude invested by all our coaches, support staff and most of all our athletes.”
“The future really is bright for our Australian athletes, leading into the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, and Brisbane in 2032.”
The last few years Australian Athletics has worked tirelessly behind the scenes to give our athletes the best chance at performing at major events.
This year that hard work is coming into fruition, with podium finishes at the World Cross Country Championships, the World Athletics Race Walking Championships, the World Athletics Relay Championships, Oceania Athletics Championships, and multiple Diamond League events.
Now with results at the Commonwealth Games, the horizon is looking very positive for our athletes.
“The Commonwealth Games have been a big focus for our athletes and the high-performance team at AA, with the tremendous support of the Commonwealth Games Australia, “ Australian Athletics High Performance Manager Andrew Faichney said.
“Our coaches were phenomenal, and our entire team across the board was sensational. I’m very happy; we’ve got a very exciting 2027 and 2028 ahead.”
The youth in the team is another reason to be excited for the future of Australian athletics.
Beacroft, who turned 19 just before the Games, was the youngest winner of the 10,000m race walk ever, and Australia’s youngest male champion in 52 years.
The average age of the team was only 25, and there were 55 Commonwealth Games debutants.
The performances of our Australian athletes in Glasgow were very well received at home, dominating media coverage and TV ratings, with over 12.5 million Australians watching the action on the Seven Network and 7 Plus.
Commonwealth Games Australian team by the numbers:
Medals won: 34. 12 gold, 11 silver and 11 bronze
Personal bests: 12 athletes set 15 PBs in Glasgow
100m: Lachie Kennedy 9.94, 9.85
100m: Eddie Nketia 10.03
100m: Torrie Lewis 11.00, 10.99
Mile: Claudia Hollingsworth 4:31.17
Heptathlon: Tori West 800m 2:15.23, LJ 6.13m
Heptathlon: Mia Scerri 800m 2:14.52
10,000m Walk: Jemima Montag 42:13.40
T20 1500m: Archie Hewett 4:07.71
T38 Long Jump: Layla Sharp 5.06
T38 Long Jump: Ayla Kowalcyzk 4.71
T38 Long Jump: Sienna Newton 4.70m
F56 Shot Put: Mark Sheppard 10.29m
RECORDS
Australian records: 6
100m: Lachie Kennedy 9.85
100m: Torrie Lewis 11.00, 10.99
F57 Shot Put: Matt Sheppard 10.29
T38 U17 Long Jump: Ayla Kowalcyzk 4.71
T38 Long Jump: Layla Sharp 5.06
Commonwealth Games records: 3
T38 Long jump Layla Sharp 5.06m
Pole Vault Kurtis Marschall 5.85m
Equalled, High Jump Eleanor Patterson 1.96m
By Luke Dennehy, Andrew Reid and David Tarbotton, Australian Athletics and Commonwealth Games Australia
Posted 5/8/2026
