Commonwealth Games 2026 LIVE: Sad end for former MAFS star who injures leg during last lift; Track cyclists set the pace on first day

Swimming events have concluded while track cycling begins and Australia pursues its final weightlifting medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

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Commonwealth Games 2026 LIVE: Sad end for former MAFS star who injures leg during last lift; Track cyclists set the pace on first day

Action at the 2026 Commonwealth Games shifted focus as swimming events wrapped up and competition on the track commenced. Track cyclists set the pace on the first day of the cycling program, marking an active start to the schedule as Australian athletes prepared to contend for the nation's final weightlifting medal.[1][2]

The weightlifting competition featured a sad outcome for a former Married At First Sight star, who suffered a leg injury during their final lift attempt. The injury brought a disappointing end to the weightlifting event, even as track cyclists set the pace across the opening day of their competition.[1][2]

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