Although diving won't feature at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Australian Olympian and Commonwealth Games medallist Sam Fricker knows exactly what it takes to perform on the biggest stages in sport.
In this On Side episode of our Commonwealth Games From Clean and Gold: Glasgow 2026 podcast series, Sam reflects on his journey from a young athlete in Newcastle to representing Australia at his first Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, winning a bronze medal. He shares memorable moments from that experience, the pride of wearing the green and gold, and the lessons he's learned from competing alongside some of the world's best athletes.
Sam also discusses the routines, mindset and resilience that underpin elite performance, why integrity matters both in and out of sport, and how athletes can stay focused when the pressure is at its highest. From overcoming setbacks to supporting the next generation and using his social media platform to make a positive impact, Sam offers candid insights into life as a modern athlete.
A thoughtful conversation about high performance, personal values and what it truly means to compete clean and compete proud.
