DUFFIELD squash star Nick Matthew led Team England into the Commonwealth Games last night.
The 33-year-old multiple world champion, who plays for Benz-Bavarian Duffield, was named as the squad's flag bearer earlier this week.
He walked out first at last night's opening ceremony at Celtic Park after being nominated by his team-mates.
It is deserved recognition for Matthew, who will defend two Commonwealth titles in Glasgow.
Speaking before the opening ceremony began, Matthew said: "It's a great honour to be chosen to carry the flag by this incredibly talented team of athletes from Team England," he said.
"The Commonwealth Games is a pinnacle for squash players in a multi-sport Games environment and I feel extremely proud to represent all the different sports and athletes here as we unite as Team England.
"I can't wait to share that very special moment with the whole of Team England before we get down to the business of bringing home the medals for our country."
