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Sakshi Chaudhary wins CWG boxing gold: How an Indian Army boxer who missed two major Games scripted a golden comeback

Sakshi Chaudhary secured the women's 51kg gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. She defeated England's Ruby White via unanimous decision in a dominant performance. This victory marked India's third boxing title of the day. Chaudhary overcame past shoulder injuries to compete in Glasgow. She previously won multiple youth and…

The Economic Times

Princess Kate Styles a French Girl Classic With Her New Ralph Lauren Blazer for the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Princess of Wales also carried a $1,490 bag and wore $2,025 pearl earrings.

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CWG 2026: Harjinder Kaur's record lifts, Gulveer Singh's historic run add silver sheen to India's campaign

Harjinder Kaur secured a silver medal in weightlifting at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. She achieved a personal best total lift of 227kg in the women's 69kg category. Kaur set two new Commonwealth Games records during the snatch competition. She improved upon her bronze medal from the previous Games. This performance…

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The Commonwealth Games celebrate integrated para sport, but they also expose inequalities

With the 2026 Commonwealth Games underway in Glasgow, Scotland, until Aug. 2, more than 3,000 athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories are competing across a 10-sport program.

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Beyond the podium: The minds behind India's champions at CWG 2026

Coaches and support staff are vital to India's athletic success at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Their extensive preparation and guidance enable athletes to perform at their highest levels. PT Usha emphasized coaches as strong pillars supporting every successful sporting campaign. Vijay Sharma's work with Mirabai Chanu Saikhom exemplifies this crucial…

The Economic Times

CWG 2026: Shilpa Shyla upgraded to bronze after Nigerian athlete disqualified in women's shotput F57

Indian para-athlete Shilpa Shyla was upgraded to the bronze medal in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Nigeria's Eucharia Iyiazi was disqualified. The revision gave India its first double podium finish of the Glasgow Games, with Sharmila Dhankar winning gold, and took the country's…

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.

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Commonwealth Games 2026 India squad: Full list of Indian participants representing India in Glasgow

The 2026 Commonwealth Games begin in Glasgow on July 23. India's campaign will be led by Olympic medallists Neeraj Chopra and Mirabai Chanu. The 11-day sporting event features nine fewer sports than the previous edition. India has sent a 125-member contingent to compete in various disciplines. Australia and England are…

The Economic Times

As the games begin, what does the Commonwealth mean and what purpose does it serve?

Early tomorrow morning, Australian Eastern time, the 2026 Commonwealth Games will begin in Glasgow.

The Conversation

How to watch the 2026 Commonwealth Games from Australia – explainer

Everything you need to know about following the Glasgow Commonwealth Games is in our complete guide

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After food poisoning scare, Toor targets elusive 22m mark following CWG qualification

Shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor has overcome food poisoning and injury setbacks to qualify for the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a 20. 72m throw. The Asian Games champion, who has shed 15kg, is now targeting the elusive 22-metre barrier and reclaiming the Asian record. Toor aims to inspire younger athletes…

The Economic Times

Scrapped Commonwealth Games becomes an online mockery

It should have been a moment for Australia's athletes on home soil but the 2026 Commonwealth Games has been reduced to cost blowouts and social media mockery.

AAP

Who is Molly Caudery? Great Britain's Star Suffers Heartbreaking Injury at World Athletics Championship Warm-up

Molly Caudery's World Athletics Championships medal hopes ended after rolling her ankle in warm-up. The 25-year-old British pole vaulter, 2024 British champion and record holder, faces a season-ending setback but aims to return for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

International Business Times UK

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 ...

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'Existential questions': is this the beginning of the end of the Commonwealth Games?

Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Tuesday that the Victorian government has withdrawn from its commitment to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing an anticipated cost blowout from an original estimate of A$2.6 billion to over $6-$7 billion.

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