Commonwealth Games 2026: Australia's Day 1 Highlights and Updates

Australia’s men’s gymnastics team, including Jesse Moore, began their campaign in Glasgow alongside competitors from Wales, Canada, England, Cyprus, and Scotland. Moore, part of the 2022 Birmingham squad that placed fourth, started strongly with a score of 13 on the rings.

In 3x3 basketball, the Gangurrus men secured a 21-15 win over Nigeria, with Jonah Antonio scoring 12 points. However, the Australian men’s 3x3 wheelchair basketball team, the Wombats, lost 16-13 to England despite an initial strong momentum.

In the ladies’ Para powerlifting, Australia did not medal, with Nigeria’s Esther Nworgu winning gold by setting a new Commonwealth Games record with a 123kg lift. Esther Oyema (Nigeria) took silver, and England’s Olivia Broome secured bronze. Australian official Cristina Ciraudo was recognized for her role as technical controller.

Natasha Price, an Australian Para powerlifter, shared a heartfelt video message to her fans, emphasizing the importance of perseverance for children with disabilities. Despite a challenging final lift, Price and teammate Jade Pritchard maintained their spirits.

In bowls, the Australian vision-impaired mixed team of Jake Fehlberg and 75-year-old debutant Jacky Hudson narrowly lost to Wales in a tiebreak. Hudson reflected on the experience, enjoying the big stage and looking forward to improvement.

The Australian netball team, captained by Hulita Veve, prepares to face Tonga, seeking to maintain their undefeated record in Commonwealth Games medal matches.