Scotland has successfully defended their gold medal in the bowls para mixed pairs B2-B3 at the Commonwealth Games, securing a dramatic victory over England. The final match, played to the tune of the Bee Gees, went down to a tense one-end shootout.

After winning the coin toss, Scotland opted to take the last bowl. England's Ron Homer, the country's oldest athlete at the Games, delivered a precise bowl, placing the jack inches away. Scotland's Robert Barr faced a challenging shot to dislodge it. Despite the pressure, Barr's effort, with a slight fortunate deflection, succeeded in redirecting the jack towards a Scottish bowl, securing the gold medal. Skip Sally-Ann Lewis-Wall's final attempt for England could not alter the outcome.

The early morning final saw a large, enthusiastic crowd, despite the 08:30 start. Scotland's team, including Robert Barr and Sally-Ann Lewis-Wall, felt the pressure as defending champions but performed exceptionally. Coach Carolyn Aitken praised their consistent performance and calm under stress. The victory was also seen as a win for the sport, challenging perceptions and attracting new fans, with one England media member reportedly more captivated than by the football World Cup.