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Thursday, 1 August, 2002, 19:31 GMT 20:31 UK
Price joy in 100m backstroke
England's Sarah Price produced a world-class performance to win the 100m backstroke final.
Price, who began the race as favourite, blitzed the field to record a new Commonwealth record time of 1:1.06.
Australia's Dyana Calub finished in 1.01.86 and compatriot Giaan Rooney took bronze in 1:02.22.
A tearful Price said how much she had improved since her poor performance at the Sydney Olympics.
"I've showed everyone I can perform at major games," she said. "I really enjoy it now and mentally I am so much stronger."
Price said she had to concentrate hard to keep Calub at bay.
"I knew the Australian girl would be up on the 50. I had to keep focusing and keep strong," said the Englishwoman.
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