DEFENDING champion Muzala Samukonga has powered his way into the men’s 400m final at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games after a commanding performance in the semi-finals. The Zambian sprint sensation finished second in his heat with a time of 45.95 seconds, securing his place in Saturday’s showpiece event. Australia’s Thomas Reynolds claimed victory in the heat, clocking 45.63 seconds. Samukonga, who won gold in Birmingham four years ago, will now have his sights set on defending his title and once again standing atop the podium. However, it was a day of mixed fortunes for Team Zambia’s track athletes. Niddy Mingilishi, Kennedy Luchembe, and Patrick Nyambe all failed to progress to the final despite putting up spirited performances in highly competitive...