Quick hits: Sprinter's surprise, a bored prince and a stunning upset
Prince George looks utterly disinterested, Jamaican netballers celebrate and Australian sprinter's surprise visit. Here are the quick hits from day nine of the Commonwealth Games.
Day nine of the Commonwealth Games saw a variety of notable events. Australian sprinter Chloe Mannix-Power was surprised by her parents in the stands during the women's 4x100m heats, surprising herself by receiving a warm reception. Jamaica won a major upset in the netball semifinals, beating the Diamonds 46-45. Prince George, Prince William, and Princess Catherine visited the velodrome, but Prince George appeared bored.
Jamaica celebrated wildly after their victory, with captain Shamera Sterling-Humphrey mentioning the desire for revenge against the Diamonds. In the women's 10,000m race walk, Elizabeth McMillen and Jemima Montag dominated, with Montag securing the gold medal in a fierce race. Indian boxer Arundhati Choudhary, who won gold in the women's 70-kilogram category, celebrates with a bow and arrow, inspired by Lord Rama.
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