Search
shop

Jonny Brownlee ruled out of the Commonwealth Games

A fractured scaphoid in his wrist sustained at WTCS Leeds means that Jonny Brownlee misses Birmingham
Chief Correspondent
Last updated -
STRENGTH. ENDURANCE. PERFORMANCE.

Jonny Brownlee‘s hopes of extending his medal success at the Commonwealth Games of Birmingham 2022 are over.

Following his crash at the World Triathlon Championship Series Leeds last month, where he broke his elbow, it was confirmed today injuries suffered there will not allow him to be sufficiently recovered to race.

Advertisement

Desperately disappointed

Birmingham was set to be Jonny’s third Commonwealth Games start, and a second on British soil. With three Commonwealth medals to his name already, this was almost certainly his last opportunity to race at a Commonwealth Games.

At Glasgow 2014 he took individual silver (behind older brother Alistair), and Mixed Team Relay gold, alongside Alistair, Jodie Stimpson and Vicky Holland.

Gold Coast 2018 saw a second silver medal added in the relay, while he finished seventh in the individual race.

Speaking of his current status, Jonny said: “I’m desperately disappointed. I was very positive after my original diagnosis about being fit for Birmingham. 

“My elbow was getting better by the day, but my wrist wasn’t. The scan revealed I have a fractured scaphoid and for the benefit of my long term health, it needs to go in a cast.”

Jonathan Brownlee / Jonny Brownlee - World Triathlon Cup Arzachena 2022
In form Brownlee defending his Triathlon World Cup title in Arzachena

Team Leader for Triathlon and Paratriathlon for Team England, Jonathon Riall said: “We all share in Jonny’s disappointment and I know how much Jonny was looking forward to competing in Birmingham, but unfortunately, despite the support and treatment he’s had, the injury he sustained in Leeds means this won’t be possible. We all wish him well with his continued recovery and to getting back on a start line later in the year.”

Shortly after the news was announced by British Triathlon, Jonny added more via his Instagram feed:

I’m gutted to announce that I won’t be racing in the Commonwealth Games.

I have been struggling with my wrist since my crash in Leeds and a recent scan revealed I have a scaphoid fracture. I have no other option than to wear a cast for 4 weeks.

Home games don’t come around very often and I gave everything to be there and fit to race. After a month of suffering on the turbo I ran out of time and luck!

I will be supporting Team England all the way. I wish all athletes the best of luck! Enjoy racing in front of an amazing home crowd, it’s a massive honour!

John Levison
Written by
John Levison
TRI247's Chief Correspondent, John has been involved in triathlon for well over 30 years, 15 of those writing on these pages, whilst he can also be found commentating for events across the UK.
Discover more
Dave Ellis / Luke Pollard - World Para Triathlon Championships Pontevedra 2023
Golden opportunity – British Triathlon launches search for LA2028 paratriathlon guides
IRONMAN Lanzarote 2024 - Anne Haug on run course
Best marathon shoes for Ironman – the ‘legal’ super shoes you CAN wear to level up your run split
Challenge Sanremo 2024 - Photo: Jose Luis Hourcade
How to fuel your triathlon training: Expert nutritionist tips to help you nail every session
swim start IRONMAN World Championship Kona 2024 photo credit Tony Svensson IRONMAN
Level up your Ironman swim split – must-read tips from an expert swim coach
Ironman gear guide – everything you need to get to the finish line of a full distance triathlon
latest News
Taylor Knibb 2024 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Taupo New Zealand
US triathlon phenom Taylor Knibb hails great rival Kat Matthews for record-breaking IRONMAN Texas win
Richard Varga Jonny Brownlee Arzachena
Triathlon legend Jonny Brownlee reveals ‘Last Dance’ motivation behind latest challenge
IRONMAN Kona 2022 Age Group Results
How will “re-imagined” IRONMAN World Championship at Kona actually look for Age Groupers?
Lucy Charles-Barclay IRONMAN World Championship Kona 2023 Finish
IRONMAN World Championship goes ALL IN on Kona again with men and women to race on same day from 2026
Laura Philipp and Kat Matthews on the run at the 2024 IRONMAN World Championship
Nice gets consolation prize of 70.3 Worlds after IRONMAN World Championships return to Kona
triathlon on your terms
Never miss out with our triathlon alerts & digest. Get a dose of adventure & inspiration with Boundless.
The 247 Group

The home of endurance sports

Share to...