Schoenmaker, Le Clos, Corbett earn Commonwealth Games spot in Gqeberha

Schoenmaker, who soared to gold and silver at last year's Tokyo Olympics, sealed her qualification time in the heats (2:25.16) and final (2:24.01) in the 200m breaststroke.

The 24-year-old world record holder was delighted to earn her spot at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, which gets under way from 28 July to 8 August.

"It burned a lot more than the Olympics but I just wanted to make the Commonwealth team and I can’t wait to race internationally again," said Schoenmaker.

"Obviously this isn’t the best time, but that’s not what it’s about at the moment. It’s about getting back into racing again after such a big event so I’m happy."

Joining Schoenmaker in the 200m breaststroke is Tuks teammate Corbett.

Corbett also achieved qualifying times in both races with a 2:25.41 in the morning and a 2:24.66 in the final for the silver medal.

"This year I was definitely coming in with the intent to try and get this time as soon as possible and not put as much pressure on myself to get a qualifying time," said Corbett.

"I’m just happy it’s over and I get to hopefully be on the Commonwealth team, so that’s always just a huge plus side for me – to be able to race and compete for my country."

Meanwhile, South Africa's most decorated athlete Le Clos added his name to the list of qualifiers as he powered to victory in the 200m butterfly final in 1:55.75 to dip under the required time by almost a second.

With that Le Clos secured his 12th consecutive national title in the event.

"I’m over the moon. I was very nervous… not nervous to race anybody but I needed to qualify," said Le Clos, who is a three-time Commonwealth champion in the event.

"I made sure I took it out strong and I tried to get something from the race. I didn’t want to