Scotland's First Gold Medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games

That the Parliament congratulates Duncan Scott on winning the gold medal in the men's 200m individual medley at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow; recognises that his victory, achieved in a new Commonwealth Games record time of 1:56.38, secured Team Scotland's first gold medal of the games; acknowledges that this success further cements his status as Scotland's most successful Commonwealth Games athlete and adds to an outstanding international career that has seen him win Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals; commends him for delivering a memorable performance in front of a home crowd at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre against a high-quality field of international competitors; believes that his achievement has inspired swimmers and young people across Scotland and showcased the country's excellence in sport on the international stage; notes the fantastic work that Stirling University has done in supporting athletes who are now competing in the Commonwealth Games; thanks the coaches, support staff, volunteers and everyone involved in Scottish swimming who have contributed to this success, and wishes Duncan Scott every success in the remainder of the Commonwealth Games and throughout his future career.