Have you caught your breath yet? Between an absolute avalanche of gold medals and a bizarre cricket controversy, the sports world is working overtime. In the latest podcast episode, the “Two Good Sports” team are breaking down everything you need to know about the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and the viral moment everyone is talking about.
Australia’s Record-Breaking Run in Glasgow
A week ago, some were questioning the hype around the Commonwealth Games. Now, the momentum is everywhere. The Australian swim team closed out the games with an incredible 76 medals, officially eclipsing their previous 2018 Gold Coast record.
But the track is where the real speed happened. Lachie Kennedy stunned the world by running the 100-metre sprint in a blistering 9.85 seconds, shattering a 23-year-old national record. Not to be outdone, Torrie Lewis took home bronze and broke her own record with a blazing 10.99 seconds. They dive deep into these remarkable athlete stories and ask: how are we doing it?
Who on Earth is ‘Clicky’ Ponting?
If you have been on the internet this week, you have probably seen the footage. An amateur English cricket club has found itself in hot water after a slip fielder was accused of snapping his fingers to trick the umpire into thinking the batter edged the ball. The internet quickly dubbed the fielder “Clicky Ponting”, and the video has sent fans into a frenzy.
Ready for the full breakdown? They also discuss the Diamonds’ uniform debate, Gina Rinehart’s athlete bonuses, Col Pearse’s powerful statement, and the uncertain future of the Commonwealth Games itself.
Click here to listen to the full 22-minute episode now!
