South African swimmer Chad le Clos became the most decorated male athlete in Commonwealth Games history after winning a bronze medal in the men's 4×100-metre freestyle relay.
He took the record 19th medal past shooters Phil Adams of Australia and Mick Gault of England, marking a remarkable achievement in his illustrious career.
Le Clos, 34, expressed his gratitude for the bronze medal, saying "I shouldn't be crying at bronze, I should be crying at gold, but honestly this means the world."
This record-breaking medal brings Le Clos's Commonwealth Games haul to seven golds, four silvers, and eight bronzes, cementing his status as one of the greatest swimmers in the competition's history.
With his fifth Commonwealth Games under his belt, Le Clos continues to thrive in the Tollcross pool, where he's also entered in the 50- and 100-metre butterfly races.
This bronze medal adds to Le Clos's impressive collection of accolades, which includes four Olympic medals, one gold, and 16 world titles in butterfly.
At just 18 years old, Le Clos made his Commonwealth Games debut in 2010 in New Delhi, where he collected five medals, showcasing his prodigious talent from an early age.
Le Clos plans to compete at his fifth Olympic Games in 2028 in Los Angeles, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the sport.
As the Commonwealth Games continue, fans will be eagerly watching to see if Le Clos can add more medals to his collection, potentially surpassing his own record.
With his sights set on the 2028 Olympics, Le Clos's future in the sport looks bright, and his Commonwealth Games record will undoubtedly serve as a testament to his remarkable achievements.
Source: Yahoo Sports