Emily Campbell roared to a record-breaking gold medal in the women’s weightlifting competition at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, while Evie Richards rode to victory in the women’s mountain biking.

Here, the PA news agency reflects on Wednesday’s early action and looks forward to the highlights on day seven.

Emily’s Precious moment

Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – Day Six
Emily Campbell claimed victory in the women’s weightlifting (Isaac Parkin/PA)

Ace Evie

Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – Day Six
Evie Richards rode to victory in the women’s mountain biking (David Davies/PA)

Sameenah success

Sameenah Toussaint won her opening bout at the Commonwealth Games (Team England)

Social media moment

Pic of the day

Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – Day Six
Wales’ Lauren Evans soared in the long jump at Alexander Stadium (Martin Rickett/PA)

Repeat or Revenge

England Vitality Roses v New Zealand – Netball Quad Series – Copper Box Arena
England were sunk by New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup (Steven Paston/PA)

Golden Delicious?

Commonwealth Games Photocall – Alexander Stadium
Boxer Delicious Orie is aiming to build his career in the super-heavyweight division (Jacob King/PA)

Wight Hot

Jake Wightman File Photo
Jake Wightman continues his summer treble bid in Birmingham (Martin Rickett/PA)

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