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Jazmin Sawyers claimed her first major outdoor long jump title at the Commonwealth Games. After a challenging recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon, she achieved gold in Glasgow.
The 32-year-old athlete spent 20 months away from competition due to the injury. Her comeback culminated in a fourth-round leap of 6.93m, securing her victory. Read more racing coverage.
Sawyers expressed her joy, reflecting on her journey and previous setbacks. She had won silver in the 2014 Commonwealth Games but faced challenges in subsequent competitions. Related: Josh Kerr Wins Commonwealth Games Mile Gold in Glasgow.
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English athlete secures first major outdoor long jump title following arduous comeback. Jazmin Sawyers claimed her first major outdoor long jump title at the Commonwealth Games. After a challenging recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon, she achieved gold in Glasgow.
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