Get the first look at the digital newspaper, curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox. “Oh look, some may say that,” she said after being asked if the gold-and-green domination was unhealthy for the Games. Credit: AAPCraig Phillips, Commonwealth Games Australia chief executive, told AAP there were many reasons for the success but above all it was clear his nation had “turned up”. “So while the dominance of the Australian team might seem a story, actually everybody’s having some success.” Of her team’s performance, Thomas said there was a “sense of satisfaction” at how they’d eclipsed their old rivals England.