Common Wealth Games 2026

The 2026 Commonwealth Games are an ongoing multi-sport event taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, featuring key events like Mirabai Chanu's gold win, a streamlined 10-sport lineup, and compact venue hosting.

Event Overview & Format Event Overview & FormatDates: July 23 to August 2, 2026.Location: Glasgow, Scotland (utilizing four existing venues across a compact 13-kilometer corridor).Program: Reduced to 10 sports to ensure a budget-friendly and quick delivery after Australia's Victoria withdrew.Accommodation: Athletes are housed in existing city hotels instead of a traditional purpose-built village India's Performance & Medal Highlights Contingent: 122 athletes competing across the 10 active sports. Flag Bearer: Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu. Medal Standings (As of July 27, 2026): Ranked 7th with 4 total medals (1 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze).Gold: Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting - Women's 48 kg)Silver: Rishikanta Singh (Weightlifting - Men's 60 kg)Silver: Muthupandi Raja (Weightlifting - Men's 65 kg)Bronze: Jhandu Kumar (Para Powerlifting - Men's heavyweight