Matthew Denny defends discus title at Commonwealth Games — image accompanying Athletics Weekly's report. Image accompanying Athletics Weekly’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Matthew Denny of Australia successfully defended his discus title, achieving a best throw of 67.73m. Only two men had done this before, with the last being 68 years ago.
Samuel Ogazi of Nigeria won the men's 400m, clocking 44.25 seconds. Dejanea Oakley of Jamaica dominated the women's 400m, finishing in 50.21 seconds. Read more racing coverage.
Lawrence Okoye of England secured bronze in the discus with a final throw of 64.45m. Jemima Montag of Australia won the women's race walking event, completing a clean sweep for Australia. Related: Hunter Bell Aims for Gold Sweep After Commonwealth 800m Win.
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Matthew Denny becomes third man to defend Commonwealth Games discus title Matthew Denny of Australia successfully defended his discus title, achieving a best throw of 67.73m. Only two men had done this before, with the last being 68 years ago.
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