Australian gold medallists Nina Kennedy (pole vault) and Tim Hodge (para swimming) will carry the flag and King's Baton, respectively, at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. Both aim to defend their titles, marking significant personal milestones.
Glasgow is set to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games from July 23 to August 2, following Victoria, Australia's withdrawal due to escalating costs. The event will feature a reduced program of 10 sports, utilizing existing venues along the River Clyde, with Australia sending 255 athletes.
Nina Kennedy will carry Australia's flag at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony before defending her pole vault title. Para swimmer Tim Hodge will carry the King's Baton, marking his third Games and international debut city.
Ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, BBC Scotland spotlights medal hopefuls including new mile world-record holder Josh Kerr, para-cyclist Kadeena Cox, swimming legend Chad le Clos, and gymnastics champion Rhys McClenaghan, all aiming for podium finishes.
Channel 5 will air highlights of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ending the BBC's 72-year broadcast partnership due to financial cuts. TNT Sports holds the live rights.
Duncan Scott, Scotland's most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete with 13 medals across three Games, will compete at his home Glasgow 2026 after the reopening of Tollcross Swimming Centre where he first qualified for junior competition aged 10. The 28-year-old eight-time Olympic medalist from Alloa broke Alister Allan's record with six medals at Birmingham 2022 and aims to continue his success at the refurbished venue, while remaining humble about his achievements.
