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Madeleine McCann’s brother cheered on by parents as he swims in Commonwealth Games final

The 21-year-old says he is ‘delighted’ to make the final in Glasgow

The Independent UK

Madeleine McCann’s brother cheered on by parents at Commonwealth Games as he wins place in 400m swimming final

Sean McCann was just two years old when Madeleine disappeared shortly before her fourth birthday during a holiday in Praia da Luz, Portugal, in 2007.

Evening Standard

Madeleine McCann’s younger brother Sean finishes eighth in Commonwealth Games final

The parents of Madeleine McCann cheered on as their son, Sean, finished eighth in the 400m freestyle final on his Commonwealth Games debut for Scotland

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Madeleine McCann’s brother cheered on by parents at Commonwealth Games

Sean McCann, 21, booked his place in the final of the 400 metres freestyle event on his Commonwealth Games debut on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Focus on England as Diamonds nail perfect Glasgow start

The Diamonds have burst from the blocks in Australia's search for a fifth Commonwealth Games netball gold, outclassing Tonga in their opening match in Glasgow.

AAP

England gymnast lands on head in sickening fall at Commonwealth Games

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The Independent UK

Commonwealth Games 2026: Jhandu Kumar wins India's first medal at Glasgow, says 'I feel as if I'm flying'

Jhandu Kumar secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. He won a bronze in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting final. Kumar achieved this with a successful lift of 190 kilograms. Other Indian para powerlifters narrowly missed podium finishes in their events. This bronze medal opened India's medal tally…

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Who is Jhandu Kumar, who once used to sell vegetables and drive an e-rickshaw to support his family, now India’s first medalist at CWG 2026

Jhandu Kumar secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. He won a bronze in Men's Heavyweight Para Powerlifting in Glasgow. Kumar, son of a vegetable vendor, overcame significant financial and physical challenges. He trained rigorously after long workdays to achieve his sporting dream. This bronze medal marks a…

The Economic Times

Commonwealth Games 2026 Schedule India Today (July 25): After Jhandu Kumar’s bronze, India eyes progress in gymnastics, swimming and boxing in Glasgow; check full schedule for day 3

Commonwealth Games Schedule July 25: India secured a bronze medal in para powerlifting on Day 2 of the Games. Swimmers and boxers also advanced, showing strong performances. Day 3 features gymnastics, boxing, and swimming events for India. Sachin Siwach begins his boxing campaign in the men's 60kg category. Medal prospects…

The Economic Times

Recovered, But Not Ready: Nine Team England Members Pull Out On The Day of the Commonwealth Games

Nine Team England athletes withdrew from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, leaving a large dent in the event's number of participants.

Medical Daily

The great expectations Diamonds coach has in Glasgow

Out to defend their Commonwealth Games title, Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich is well aware that anything but a gold medal will be seen as a disappointment.

AAP

Five days, four gold medals: Aussie swimmer's bold goal

With the addition of the 800m freestyle to this year's Commonwealth Games, Australian swimmer Sam Short is chasing a historic multi-distance sweep in Glasgow.

AAP

Aussie men's relay aims high after setting Games record

A Commonwealth Games record in the bag, Kyle Chalmers and Australia's men's 4x100m have set their sights on breaking a long Olympic drought.

AAP

Duncan Scott shines for Scotland again with 200m individual medley gold

Duncan Scott added to his trophy cabinet with gold for Scotland in the men’s 200m individual medley at the Commonwealth Games

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England gymnast Gabriel Langton suffers nasty fall in Commonwealth Games final

Session was halted as medical staff attended to Gabriel Langton, who landed head-first during his high bar routine in the men’s team competition

The Economic Times

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games unveils first-ever medals with braille and tactile features

Glasgow's Commonwealth Games medals are now designed with inclusivity in mind, incorporating braille and tactile features for athletes with visual impairments. Inspired by the city’s coat of arms, the unique Reuleaux triangle shape, alongside patterns reminiscent of the Finnieston Crane and Scottish tartan, represents a notable advancement in making sports…

The National (Scotland)

Putting royals 'centre stage' in Commonwealth opener 'out of touch'

HAVING the royal family "centre stage" in the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony looked "completely out of touch" for people…

AAP

First Commonwealth champ has no idea how he won gold

The first champion of the 2026 Commonwealth Games was still at a loss to know how he'd won gold - 90 minutes after winning his para powerlifting gold medal.

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The National (Scotland)

'Actually quite offensive': Commonwealth Games opening ceremony divides Scots

THE Commonwealth Games opening ceremony certainly made an impression with Scots – but not necessarily a good one ...

The Independent UK

Commonwealth Games 2026 medal table: Final standings as Australia dominate in Glasgow

Team England won the first gold of the Games but since then, Australia swept up the medals in Glasgow

The National (Scotland)

Why is the BBC not broadcasting the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026?

THE BBC is only showing this year's Commonwealth Games, which is being hosted in Glasgow, in Gaelic

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham jets around the UK at taxpayers' expense in first week as PM

ANDY Burnham flew from London to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, before jetting back down to Manchester shortly after.

The Times of India

King Charles III emerges from Tardis in ‘Doctor Who’ moment at Commonwealth Games 2026 opening

King Charles III made a dramatic surprise entrance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, stepping out of a life-sized TARDIS, the iconic blue time machine from the long-running British television series Doctor Who .

The Economic Times

CWG 2026: Srihari Natraj advances to 50 m backstroke semifinal

Srihari Natraj advanced to the 50m backstroke semifinals at the Commonwealth Games. He secured his spot after finishing fifth in his heat with a time of 25.52 seconds. India's contingent is participating in a reduced competition program at the Glasgow event. Several sports that have historically contributed to India's medal…

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