Chris Turnbull

Age: 73

Club: Thornton Le Dale 

Birmingham 2022: Para Mixed Pairs B2/B3 Bronze Medal

County: Yorkshire 

Previous Commonwealth Games: Debut 2022

Chris sets an incredible example of achievement through adversity and the benefits of a positive attitude & outlook. 

During the winter months, Chris has been a member of the Scarborough Indoor Bowls Centre. He joined the club after a winning a competition there in 2000, and has subsequently held the title for eight consecutive years.

He has represented Disability Bowls England since 2019 and has featured in several international test matches.  

In the outdoor season, Chris represents Thornton Le Dale, Yorkshire, and is a regular club and county competitor. 

This will be Chris’s Commonwealth Games debut and we cannot wait for him to send the home crowd into raptures!