5 Aug 2022

Sports commentator Sam Ackerman

From Nine To Noon, 11:30 am on 5 August 2022
Cyclist Ellesse Andrews won gold in the women's sprint at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Cyclist Ellesse Andrews won gold in the women's sprint at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Photo: Photosport / Will Palmer/ SWpix.com

Sam looks at the golden glow of Birmingham, but are the Commonwealth Games bringing quick thrills or lasting sporting memories?

He also runs the rule over one of the most important All Blacks tours to South Africa in years and some events that are making people look at sport in a different light.

Lewis Clareburt of New Zealand celebrates with his gold medal

Lewis Clareburt of New Zealand celebrates with his gold medal Photo: PHOTOSPORT