Commonwealth Games. Five teams had been entered, but only four took to the start meaning, according to competition rules, only gold and silver would be awarded.
However, this wasn't communicated to the riders, and Unwin took to the start against Libby Clegg of Scotland in the 'bronze medal race'.
Unwin won and was listed as the bronze medal winner on the official records and on the Commonwealth Games website.READ MORE: Queen photobombed Australia women's hockey team selfie at Commonwealth Games Unwin was asked by officials to cut her interviews short so she can head to the podium.But she was then reduced to tears after being told she wasn't eligible to be handed the bronze medal.
Unwin later reappeared with a bronze medal that was lent to her from one of the members of England's team pursuit so she could pose for photos.Team England have complained to the Commonwealth Games Federation, arguing the decision goes against the goal of greater inclusion. What do you think about Sophie Unwin being denied a bronze medal?
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