South African swimmer Lara van Niekerk won another gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Tuesday, according to News24. Chad le Clos also made history by securing his 20th Games medal, the outlet reported.
Van Niekerk’s victory was part of a five-medal haul for Team South Africa on the day, News24 stated. The Citizen also reported that Van Niekerk claimed gold again, while EWN noted that swimmer Coetzee earned a second gold medal for the team.
News24 reported that sprinter Leotlela finished fourth in the men’s 100-metre final. The results roundup from teamsa.co.za confirmed the overall medal tally for Tuesday’s competition.
Le Clos’s 20th career Commonwealth Games medal is a milestone for the veteran swimmer, who has competed at multiple editions of the event. The gold medals from Van Niekerk and Coetzee boosted South Africa’s standing in the medal table.
The Games continue in Glasgow, with more swimming and athletics events scheduled for the coming days.
