Sam Williamson opens up on emotional Glasgow 2026 gold medal journey – Sam Williamson has spoken to Seven about the difficult road back from injury after claiming gold at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Williamson joined Seven’s Mel McLaughlin alongside his partner, photographer Linnea Lindberg, reflecting on the race, his family, and the 15-month comeback that made the medal especially meaningful.
For Seven’s nightly Glasgow 2026 coverage, the interview added a personal layer to one of Australia’s gold medal moments, showing the recovery, support and family sacrifice behind the result.
Williamson reflects on the road back
Williamson told McLaughlin that watching the race back brought the emotion rushing out. While he said the past few days had started to settle, the weight of the previous 15 months was still fresh.
He said his coach had reminded him how far he had come after a period when even walking was difficult. The goal had started with simply getting back on the blocks to represent Australia again.
Believe in yourself mate.
Sam Williamson, recalling his coach’s message
Williamson said the support around him, including Lindberg and his family, had helped him reach the start line and ultimately the podium.
Linnea Lindberg shares the moment
Lindberg, who was working poolside as a photographer, said it was special to be doing her job while also watching Williamson achieve his own dream in the water.
The pair also spoke about meeting in Paris, with Williamson joking that he was smitten and had to convince Lindberg to have a coffee with him.
A family moment behind the medal
Williamson said having his family in the stands made the result beautiful, particularly after the early stages of rehab when he relied on his mother for help with basic tasks.
He said that contrast made the gold medal moment even more powerful, with family support sitting at the centre of his Glasgow 2026 story.
How to watch Glasgow 2026
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continue from 7.00pm nightly on Seven and 7plus Sport.
For more Commonwealth Games stories, visit TV Central’s Commonwealth Games section. Viewers can stream the Games through the official 7plus Commonwealth Games hub.
