Evans battles nerves to become Scotland's breakout star
Angharad Evans added another breaststroke gold to become Scotland's breakout star in the pool at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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"It's been a big step forward in my career."
— Angharad Evans , Athlete
"I had lots and lots of nerves even before the walkout, all day since my heat."
— Toni Shaw , Athlete
Key People
Angharad Evans is a competitive Scottish swimmer specializing in breaststroke.
Duncan Scott is a Scottish swimmer and the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history for Scotland.
Keanna MacInnes is a Scottish swimmer who won a silver medal in the 100m butterfly at the Commonwealth Games.
Toni Shaw is a Scottish swimmer competing in the S9 category.
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Angharad Evans added another breaststroke gold to become Scotland's breakout star in the pool at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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