Scottish medallist goes back to McDonald's job days after Commonwealth Games
Scottish judoka Summer Shaw made headlines by winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games, only to head back to her part-time McDonald's job to make ends meet for her sporting endeavors. Her engaging TikTok video on the matter caught widespread interest, highlighting her need for further financial support. Eager for sponsorship, she dreams of fully committing to her judo career.
Scottish judo competitor Summer Shaw competed in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland, and earned her country's first judo medal by taking home a bronze in the women's 48 kg category. Despite her success, Shaw returned to a normal routine the following day, working as a crew trainer at McDonald's as a part-time job. Shaw, who is 22 years old, has a TikTok where she shared her experience and received attention and support from fans. Her social media post garnered nearly 1.5 million views as of August 21.
Shaw explained that her judo competitions are well-funded, covering her rent, petrol, and food. The financial support she receives, called an Athlete Performance Award (APA), is provided by UK Sport and the National Lottery. However, Shaw still has to pay for her own travel expenses for upcoming competitions. The financial award covers her living expenses, which is a blessing, but she also pays for her own trips, like the one to Peru for the Grand Prix.
Shaw emphasized the importance of having a flexible job that can accommodate her busy training schedule and allows her to balance her sports career with a normal social life.
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