Scottish Labour has unexpectedly won in the Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse by-election, overtaking the SNP in what was anticipated as a tight race. Davy Russell emerged victorious, securing 8,539 votes against the SNP's 7,957, ending their long hold since 2011. This result challenges pre-election assumptions, marking a strategic triumph for Labour leader @Keir_Starmer. Meanwhile, Reform UK clutches third place with 7,088 votes, dashing any hopes of a significant breakthrough in South Lanarkshire. This political shift suggests growing public discontent with the current nationalist agenda.