Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleGlasgow is hosting a slimmed-down version of the Commonwealth Games after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew due to the cost of hosting. Athletes from 74 nations and territories will compete in a 10-sport programme, which includes six Para sports. Key sports featured are athletics, gymnastics, cycling, and swimming, taking place across four venues in Glasgow. Scotstoun Stadium will stage the athletics, featuring new mile world record holder Josh Kerr. The Games will be shown live on TNT Sports and HBO Max, rather than on the BBC or terrestrial television. In fullCommonwealth Games 2026 schedule, start times and how to watchMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Johanna Griggs and Matt Shirvington believe a scaled-back Commonwealth Games won’t deter our athletes.

The 114-strong New Zealand team are the smallest since Brisbane 1982.

Ten sports will be staged across just four venues to cut hosting costs.

NEW DELHI: The 2026 Commonwealth Games officially get underway on July 23, with Glasgow hosting the multi-sport event in a revamped format.