England’s Jazmin Sawyers finally broke through after years of setbacks, clinching the women’s long jump gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The 32‑year‑old returned from a ruptured Achilles tendon, surgery, and a missed 2024 Olympics to land a decisive 6.93m jump that out‑distanced Nigeria’s Ruth Usoro and Australia’s Brooke Busch Kuehl.

Sawyers reflected on the emotional weight of the victory, noting that her previous silver in Glasgow 2014 still holds a special place in her heart and that this win is a step toward upgrading her career.

She now shifts focus to the European Championships in Birmingham, eager to carry Glasgow’s memories forward as she competes for Great Britain.