Australia's Rose Davies has won gold in the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, becoming the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double.
Key facts
- Rose Davies won gold in the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
- She is the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double.
- The win follows her earlier gold in the 10,000m.
- Davies, 26, was born in Newcastle.
- The race at Scotstoun Stadium featured a close battle with teammate Jessica Hull.
Australian runner Rose Davies has secured a landmark track triumph at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning gold in the 5,000m, according to the Guardian.
The victory made the Newcastle-born 26-year-old the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double at the Games. Her win in the shorter distance followed an earlier gold in the 10,000m.
Davies dropped to her knees in joy after crossing the line on Friday morning (AEST) at Scotstoun Stadium, the Guardian reported.
The race was described as a battle royal with her Australian teammate Jessica Hull, underlining the strength of the Australian contingent in the event.
The achievement marks Davies’ second Commonwealth Games triumph of the meet, cementing her place among the standout performers of the competition.
Why it matters
Davies' achievement is a historic first, as no woman had previously won both the 5,000m and 10,000m at a Commonwealth Games. Her double gold highlights the depth of Australian distance running and adds a notable milestone to the Glasgow Games.
Frequently asked questions
What did Rose Davies win?
According to the Guardian, Rose Davies won gold in the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, adding to an earlier gold in the 10,000m.
Why is her win historic?
She became the first woman ever to complete the 5,000m and 10,000m double at the Commonwealth Games.
Who did she compete against in the 5,000m?
The Guardian reported that Davies had a close battle with her Australian teammate Jessica Hull.