Abeku Jackson Sets Ghana National Record at 2026 Commonwealth Games in GlasgowSource: Getty ImagesJackson posted a time of 26.48 seconds in his heat, finishing seventh but doing enough to advance as the second reserve for the next round. The swim erased the previous Ghana national record in the event and reinforced his standing as one of the country's most accomplished swimmers. Jackson Advances in GlasgowThe performance was another demonstration of the experienced swimmer's consistency at major international competitions. Despite the disappointment, Takyi's appearance at the Commonwealth Games marks a significant step in what remains an early career at international level. With Takyi's exit, Jackson is now the sole Ghanaian swimmer still in contention at the Games, carrying the nation's hopes into the later stages of the swimming programme.