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Beacroft claims gold as Australia has mixed Games day

Teenage race walker Isaac Beacroft claimed Australia's first gold of the day at the Commonwealth Games, while Sarah Billings secured bronze in the women's 800m.

Teenage race walker Isaac Beacroft celebrated dramatically 20 meters before the finish line, claiming gold in the 10,000m despite Kenyan rival Stephen Kihu closing in. The result provided a highlight for Australia on a mixed day at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow. xsportfeed.life

Elsewhere on the track, Sarah Billings made history by claiming Australia's first 800m women's bronze medal in 36 years. However, the day brought disappointment for three other Australian track and field stars, including Nina Kennedy, Torrie Lewis, and Lachie Kennedy.