Welsh cyclist Emma Finucane won the keirin on the final day of the Commonwealth Games to claim a historic fourth gold, as Australia dominated Glasgow 2026 with 171 medals.
Key facts
- Emma Finucane won the keirin to claim her fourth Commonwealth gold.
- She had already won two sprints and a time trial at the Games.
- Australia topped the medal table with 171 medals, including 70 gold.
- England finished second with 110 medals; Canada was third with 62.
Welsh cyclist Emma Finucane wrote her name into the history books on the final day of the Commonwealth Games, landing the keirin to claim a historic fourth gold medal, according to the Guardian.
The keirin victory added to Finucane’s earlier successes at Glasgow 2026, where she had already triumphed in two sprints and a time trial, capping a remarkable campaign for the Welsh rider.
Despite Finucane’s standout individual achievement, the Guardian reports that Glasgow 2026 will be remembered most for Australia’s overall dominance across the Games.
Australia finished with 171 medals, of which 70 were gold. That total put them a staggering 61 medals clear of England, who won 110 medals.
Canada finished third in the medal table after winning 62 medals, according to the Guardian.
Ahead of the Games, Australia swimmer Sam Short had told reporters: “I’m so pumped – I can’t wait to go over there and smash those Pommies up.” The Guardian noted that the whole Australia team seemed to get the memo, given their commanding final tally.
Why it matters
Finucane's fourth gold marks a standout individual achievement at a major multi-sport event, cementing her status among the top track cyclists. Australia's dominant medal haul also underlines the country's continued strength across a range of Commonwealth sports.
Frequently asked questions
How many gold medals did Emma Finucane win at the Commonwealth Games?
Emma Finucane won four gold medals, taking the keirin on the final day after earlier victories in two sprints and a time trial.
Who topped the medal table at Glasgow 2026?
Australia topped the medal table with 171 medals, including 70 gold, finishing 61 medals clear of England.
Where did England and Canada finish in the medal table?
England finished second with 110 medals, while Canada was third with 62 medals.