Judoka Adlington and bowls star Marshall revealed as Team Scotland flagbearers
The two athletes spoke of their pride ahead of the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.
Judo champion Sarah Adlington and bowls star Alex “Tattie” Marshall have spoken of their pride at being chosen as flagbearers for Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.
Adlington, one of Britain’s most successful heavyweight judoka athletes, will bear the baton at the ceremony in Glasgow on Thursday.
Marshall, who is a five-time gold medallist at the Commonwealth Games, will carry the Saltire flag in front of the crowds.
Team Scotland revealed its two flagbearers on Wednesday afternoon.
Marshall said: “I’ve been fortunate enough to experience some incredible moments representing Team Scotland over the years, but leading the team into a home Commonwealth Games will rank right alongside the very best of them.
“Walking into The Hydro carrying the Saltire, with the support of a Scottish crowd behind us and my family watching on will be a truly special occasion.
“It will be an absolute privilege to lead this team out with Sarah, and I know every single one of us will give everything to bring success home for Team Scotland.”
Adlington said: “I’m incredibly honoured to have been chosen as one of Team Scotland’s flagbearers alongside Alex.
“Representing Scotland has always meant so much to me, so to have the opportunity to lead this team into a home Commonwealth Games is a real privilege that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.”
Adlington, who won gold during a dominant performance by Team Scotland’s judo group in 2014, said this year’s Games would be “very special”.