Adam Ramsay-Peaty won bronze in the men's 50m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games, finishing in 26.94 seconds, just 0.01 seconds ahead of South Africa's Chris Smith. The former Olympic champion, now 31, acknowledged that his 'superpower' has changed as he prioritises being a father and husband over relentless winning.
Ramsay-Peaty's Shift in Perspective
Ramsay-Peaty, who was undefeated for eight years, said: 'That period of time where I was undefeated for eight years, whatever it was, it was athlete first, then human. Now it's human first, then athlete, which is a very fair price to pay.' He added that juggling a toddler and family life has given him a different kind of superpower.
Despite his bronze medal, Ramsay-Peaty expressed frustration with his performance. 'We weren't good enough, and we have to look at why because the data in training, the data this whole season, has been tracking on an upward trend, and I can't really put my finger on it where I've just lost that power per stroke,' he said. He noted that this is his first championship since Paris to win two bronzes, also taking bronze in the 100m breaststroke.
Archie Goodburn's Inspiring Story
Scotland's Archie Goodburn, 25, received the biggest roar of the night despite finishing tied last in the same race. Goodburn was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer two years ago, specifically oligodendrogliomas, which accounts for roughly 3% of all primary brain tumours and may leave him with only a decade to live.
'The reception was monumental,' Goodburn said. 'I tried to prepare myself for it. But that was the next level.' He has made it his mission to raise awareness about brain cancer, which is the biggest killer of all cancers for people under 40 in the UK.
Goodburn started using Vorasidenib, a breakthrough treatment designed to slow the spread of cancer, delaying the need for chemotherapy. He remains positive, stating: 'I advocate because I believe that my own advocacy can make a difference to my own life. And the best way I can do that is to be positive about the situation and positive for change.' He swims for 'future Archies' who want to succeed internationally and for young patients with brain cancer.
Race Results
Australia's Sam Williamson won gold in 26.50 seconds, adding to his 100m breaststroke triumph. South Africa's Michael Houlie took silver in 26.77 seconds. Ramsay-Peaty's time was 0.99 seconds off his own world record.
