Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Chad le Clos Sets Commonwealth Games Medal Record
Chad le Clos is a famous swimmer from South Africa.
He just won a bronze medal in a relay race at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
This was his 21st medal at the Games, which is the most medals any athlete has ever earned there.
He has won many gold, silver, and bronze medals in five different Commonwealth Games.
Chad also beat the famous American swimmer Michael Phelps in the 2012 Olympics.
He hopes to compete again in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
His family and fans are very proud of him.
He says he wants to keep swimming and inspire others in South Africa.
The relay team worked hard and said they were doing it for Chad.
Everyone celebrated his achievement.
Chad le Clos earned his 21st Commonwealth Games medal, becoming the most decorated athlete in Games history.
The medal was a bronze in the men’s 4×100 m medley relay at the 2026 Games in Glasgow.
His total haul includes 7 gold, 5 silver, and 9 bronze medals across five Commonwealth Games since 2010.
He is an Olympic champion, famously beating Michael Phelps in the 200 m butterfly at the 2012 London Olympics.
Le Clos aims to qualify for his fifth Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.
- Who
- Chad le Clos, South African swimmer
- What
- Won his 21st Commonwealth Games medal, becoming the most decorated athlete in Games history
- When
- Wednesday, 2026 Commonwealth Games
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland, Tollcross International Swimming Centre
- Why
- To add to his medal tally and continue his pursuit of a fifth Olympic Games
- Athlete
- Chad le Clos
- Medal Count
- 21
- Event
- 2026 Commonwealth Games
- Medal Type
- Bronze
- Record
- Most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete
