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Beacroft wins gold, Billings bronze for Australia at Commonwealth Games

Race walker Isaac Beacroft secured dramatic Commonwealth Games gold by celebrating early as Kenyan rival Stephen Kihu closed in. Sarah Billings claimed bronze in the women's 800m, ending a 36-year medal drought for Australia.

Race walker Isaac Beacroft hit the accelerator on the final lap of the 10,000m at Scotstoun Stadium, celebrating 20 meters before the finish despite Kenyan Stephen Kihu lurking just steps behind. The dramatic finish secured Australia's gold highlight on a mixed day at the Commonwealth Games. trojkonferencja2024.pl

In other results, Sarah Billings claimed bronze in the women's 800m, marking Australia's first medal in the event since 1988. However, three other Australian track and field stars—Nina Kennedy, Torrie Lewis, and Lachie Kennedy—left disappointed after their performances at the Glasgow venue.