| David Eaton | |
|---|---|
| Country represented |  United Kingdom  Wales |
| Born | 28 September 1980 |
| Hometown | Hinckley |
| Height | 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
| Discipline | Men's artistic gymnastics |
Medal record | |
David Eaton (born 28 September 1980) is a Welsh artistic gymnast who won a silver medal for Wales at the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
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