Nowacki heads Jersey's 2026 Commonwealth Games team
Filip Nowacki will lead a 21-member team from Jersey at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The 18-year-old swimmer aims to secure Jersey's first medal since 1990. The team includes a strong swimming contingent and athletes competing in various sports for the first time.
- ▪Filip Nowacki is the world junior breaststroke champion and has won multiple British titles.
- ▪Jersey has not reached the podium at the Commonwealth Games since 1990.
- ▪The 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2.
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