First athlete to win six gold medals at a single Commonwealth Games, achieving the feat at the 1978 Games in Edmonton in a pool named after his late father. A two-time world record holder in the 200m individual medley, Smith won gold at the 1978 World Championships and Olympic silver in the 4x100m medley relay at Montreal 1976. He amassed 56 gold, 23 silver, and 8 bronze medals across his career.
| Event | Time | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100m Breaststroke | 1:03.81 | [Legend] 1978 Commonwealth Games | 1978-08-03 |
| 200m Breaststroke | 2:19.42 | [Legend] 1976 Olympic Games | 1976-07-18 |
| 200m Individual Medley | 2:03.56 | [Legend] 1978 World Championships | 1978-08-18 |
| 400m Individual Medley | 4:27.34 | [Legend] 1978 Commonwealth Games | 1978-08-03 |
Graham Smith's top personal bests include 100m Breaststroke (1:03.81), 200m Breaststroke (2:19.42), 200m Individual Medley (2:03.56), 400m Individual Medley (4:27.34).
Graham Smith swims for South Shore Swim Club.
Graham Smith has competed in 4 meets.
First athlete to win six gold medals at a single Commonwealth Games, achieving the feat at the 1978 Games in Edmonton in a pool named after his late father. A two-time world record holder in the 200m individual medley, Smith won gold at the 1978 World Championships and Olympic silver in the 4x100m medley relay at Montreal 1976. He amassed 56 gold, 23 silver, and 8 bronze medals across his career.