Smyth withdraws from Commonwealth Games

Jason Smyth has informed Athletics Northern Ireland that he must withdraw from the Northern Ireland team for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

Smyth has sustained a back injury and on medical advice has been recommended to rest completely for at least six weeks to ensure a full recovery.

In these circumstances, Smyth and his advisers have decided that he will not be properly prepared for the games.

Athletics Northern Ireland released a statement stating: Athletics Northern Ireland and the NI Commonwealth Games Council wish Jason a speedy recovery and look forward to him being back to full fitness in time for the IPC World Paralympic Championships in New Zealand in January 2011.’