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CEO Phil Batty on why Glasgow will have a Commonwealth Games to be proud of

Chief executive Phil Batty has outlined why he believes Glasgow will have a Commonwealth Games to be proud of in 2026.

The National (Scotland)

Unicorn called Finnie unveiled as mascot for 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Described as a ‘proud Glaswegian unicorn’, the mascot made her debut posing for pictures on top of the city’s Finnieston Crane.

The Independent UK

When Swinney met Finnie: First Minister marks launch of Commonwealth mascot

John Swinney has met the new mascot for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games ...

The National (Scotland)

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Glasgow Commonwealth Games official mascot unveiled

The official mascot for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has been unveiled ...

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Australia buoyed by Gout's Commonwealth Games signal

One year out from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Australian officials have been buoyed by Gout Gout's indication that he will run in Glasgow.

AAP

Birmingham forever: Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic surprise appearance at Commonwealth Games

“Birmingham forever,” Ozzy Osbourne declared as he delighted spectators during a surprise performance at the 2022 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony in his home city.

The Independent UK

Victoria's trash is now Commonwealth Games treasure

Two years after Victoria suddenly scrapped hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, a batch of countries are hoping to host after Scotland's Glasgow next year.

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Susan Egelstaff: There's only a year until Glasgow 2026 so why do we know so little?

Wednesday marks the one-year-to-go milestone for Glasgow 2026 but despite the Commonwealth Games fast-approaching, why do we still know so few…

The National (Scotland)

Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales’ chef de mission for Commonwealth Games

Jones also worked as an attache for the Welsh team at the Gold Coast Games in 2018.

The Independent UK

Work to upgrade ‘incredible’ Scottish stadium for Glasgow Commonwealth Games begins

WORK is underway to upgrade Scotstoun Stadium ahead of next summer’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow ...

The National (Scotland)

Orkney prepares to welcome athletes for the ultimate island showdown

‘THE Commonwealth Games is always called the Friendly Games – but they haven’t seen the Island Games!”

The National (Scotland)

Ex-Paralympian skier Callum Deboys on his bike and chasing Commonwealth Games glory

The phrase ‘making the most of a bad situation’ could have been coined for Callum Deboys.

The National (Scotland)

Weightlifter Jason Epton on selling cars, Commonwealth Games hopes & dancing teacakes

Love took Jason Epton to rural North America. Weightlifting supported him when he came back.

The National (Scotland)

Inquiry pours scorn on government over Games debacle

Flawed costings, hasty decisions and a lack of due diligence have been identified by a scathing report into Victoria's handling of the Commonwealth Games.

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Manchester United rejected offer of FREE 80,000-seater stadium in 2002 that would have saved them £2bn: report

Manchester United preferred to keep playing at Old Trafford rather than move stadiums for free - a mistake that is now costing them £2bn

Al Jazeera

India eyes hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games as it bids for 2036 Olympics

India lines up Commonwealth Games bid as stepping stone in aspiration to host 2036 Olympic Games in Ahmedabad.

Evening Standard

King and Sir Chris Hoy kick off Glasgow Commonwealth Games countdown

Charles handed a wooden baton to the six-time Olympic champion to launch the King’s Baton Relay at Buckingham Palace

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Australia rules out bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Australia is confident of retaining its superpower status at next year's Commonwealth Games, while ruling out a bid to host the 2030 edition.

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The Independent UK

Swinney speaks of ‘huge benefits’ from Commonwealth Games on milestone day

There are 500 days to go until the 2026 Commonwealth Games open in Glasgow.

The Independent UK

Dame Laura Kenny named president of Commonwealth Games England

The 32-year-old has become the organisation’s youngest ever president, following in the footsteps of Dame Kelly Holmes and Dame Denise Lewis.

The National (Scotland)

Rare Commonwealth Games £2 coin selling for £5000

A RARE £2 coin celebrating the Commonwealth Games held in a Scottish city is being sold on eBay for a staggering £5000 ...

AAP

Echoing Landy, the mile returns to Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games will feature the biggest swimming programme ever - and a return on the track of the mile event once graced by Bannister and Landy.

The National (Scotland)

SNP Government must seize Glasgow 2026 as chance for Scotland's soft-power

THE 2026 Commonwealth Games provides an opportunity for Scotland and the Commonwealth to have a reset about how nations use sport ...

The National (Scotland)

One-third of Scots say Commonwealth Games should end – so how can it continue?

THE Commonwealth Games needs to adapt if it is going to last, experts have said – after an exclusive new poll showed that one-third of Scots think…

AAP

Department defends advice on bungled Commonwealth Games

A government agency has defended its advice to the Victorian government in the lead-up to the abandoned Commonwealth Games, despite a damning report.

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