Ziad Chaudry

Emily Newnham of Shaftesbury Barnet Harriers won silver in the women's 400m hurdles for England at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing behind Jamaica's Sanique Walker. Clubmate Lina Nielsen placed fourth. Newnham said the medal had boosted her confidence ahead of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Fellow clubmate Kimani Jack won bronze in the men's high jump, while Jamaica's Romaine Beckford took gold.

Emily Newnham enters the Glasgow Commonwealth Games confident after posting a personal best in the 400m at the London Stadium and believes she can challenge top contenders in the 400m hurdles. Strong performances by fellow athletes, including Lina Nielsen and Nicole Leargin, underline competitive preparation ahead of the event.