Indian judoka Tulika Maan, a Commonwealth Games silver medallist, has been withdrawn from the 2026 Glasgow Games due to alleged whereabouts failures. This follows the ineligibility of fellow judoka Arun Kumar after a failed dope test, marking a significant setback for India's judo campaign.
Australia's Commonwealth Games team has issued strict instructions prohibiting athletes from mentioning billionaire Gina Rinehart or other private benefactors in media or social media until after the 2026 Glasgow Games, to protect official sponsors.
The 23rd Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2, featuring 74 associations competing in 215 events across 10 sports, including Para sport. Australia, England, Canada, India, and New Zealand are expected to be dominant medal contenders.
Australian weightlifter Kiana Elliott, a Tokyo 2020 Olympian, is preparing for the Glasgow Games, overcoming past injuries and balancing training with her job at SA Pathology, while also noting the rise of women in the sport.
Australian weightlifter Kiana Elliott, who overcame injuries and transitioned from gymnastics, is preparing for the Glasgow Games. She discusses her training, the growth of women's weightlifting, and balancing her sport with a part-time job at SA Pathology.
