Cullen Triumphs in Irish Open, Northern Ireland Sees Full Swimmers Pool
Cullen secures Irish Open victory as Northern Ireland narrows the swimmer's field for Glasgow and London events.
Lottie Cullen of Banbridge claimed victory in the 100m backstroke at the Irish Open Championships in Bangor, overtaking reigning champion Grace Davison and securing a spot on the Commonwealth Games roster. Larne’s Danielle Hill returned to form with her fourth-place finish, also qualifying for Glasgow. National Centre Ulster's Lottie Cullen improved her heat time from 1:01.
26 to 1:00. 35, securing a shot at Glasgow alongside Northern Ireland's Danielle Hill and Ards' Grace Davison. John Shortt and Jack Kelly continued their impressive performances with new Irish and Championship records in the backstroke event.
Rosalie Phelan set a championship record of 26. 62 in the butterfly competition, while Mona McSharry won her second title by taking the breaststroke crown and Ellen Walshe secured a spot in the individual medley final. The swimming continues on Friday with more exciting results.