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Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain named India’s flag and baton bearers for opening ceremony

Olympic medallists Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain will serve as India’s flag bearer and baton bearer, respectively, at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. Mirabai, an Olympic silver medallist and decorated weightlifter, and Lovlina, an Olympic bronze medallist and leading boxer, have represented India with distinction at major international competitions.

The Economic Times

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The National (Scotland)

"Pretty boy McNulty" ready to take Glasgow 2026 by storm

"Pretty boy McNulty" is ready to take Glasgow 2026 by storm and continue Scotland's proud tradition of achieving considerable boxing…

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Glasgow Central looking ‘fantastic’ as area fully reopens after fire

Scottish Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth visited the station on Friday.

Evening Standard

Aussies out for revenge after Comm Games heartbreak

After finishing runners-up in the 3x3 World Cup, the Gangurrus are looking to capitalise on their title favourites status at the Commonwealth Games.

AAP

Commonwealth Mile route launched as city marks week until Glasgow 2026

The mile event is returning to the Commonwealth Games for the first time in 60 years.

The Independent UK

Woman who fundraised for own leg amputation to make history at Glasgow 2026

Hope Gordon, 31, will be the first to compete at the Commonwealth Games, and a summer and winter paralympics across three sports.

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$Mollie O defies back fractures to chase Games gold$

Mollie O defies back fractures to chase Games gold

Swimming superstar Mollie O'Callaghan has revealed she has been battling major injuries that could impact her level of involvement at the Commonwealth Games.

AAP

Jacking it in: Shayna to retire after Comm Games

Australia's Shayna Jack has announced the Commonwealth Games will be her final competitive outing.

AAP

Ministry clears 191-strong CWG contingent; won't bear cost of team officials who're IOA EC members

The Sports Ministry approved a 191-member Indian contingent for the Commonwealth Games. This group includes 126 athletes and 51 team officials for the event. Expenses for elected Indian Olympic Association officials will not be covered by the government. Athletics and boxing teams have the largest support staff numbers approved. The…

The Economic Times

King and Queen to officially open Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

More than 3,000 athletes will take part in the Games.

Evening Standard

King Charles and Queen Camilla to officially open 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

The Commonwealth Games will begin in Glasgow later this month

The Independent UK

'Gutted': Aussie swim star out of Commonwealth Games

Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown has been forced to withdraw from the Commonwealth Games because of glandular fever.

AAP

William plays bowls with schoolchildren as Harry makes first visit of UK trip

The prince and his younger brother are estranged, with their long-standing rift showing no signs of abating.

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Commonwealth Games to be broadcast live in Gaelic for first time

BBC Alba will broadcast live coverage and highlights of the Commonwealth Games in Gaelic, it has been confirmed

The Economic Times

Neeraj Chopra to compete in Asian Games in Japan, AFI confirms

Neeraj Chopra, the javelin champion, is ready to defend his Asian Games title later this year in Japan. The Athletics Federation of India confirmed his participation for the September-October event. Following a successful recovery from his injury, Chopra's performance remains impressive as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, India…

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Ella Doherty: I'd have dreamt of CWG if I known it was even possible

Ella Doherty would, she says, have dreamt of representing Scotland at the Commonwealth Games if she'd known it was even possible for her to get…

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AAP

GAMES:Numbers stack up for McEvoy Comm Games special

A peaking Cameron McEvoy is quietly confident he can set the Commonwealth Games alight by bettering his world record in the 50m freestyle.

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Numbers stack up for McEvoy Comm Games special

A peaking Cameron McEvoy is quietly confident he can set the Commonwealth Games alight by bettering his world record in the 50m freestyle.

The National (Scotland)

Sarah Adlington chasing history but remaining philosophical as retirement closes in

One of Scotland's most successful judoka, Sarah Adlington, is chasing history at this summer's Commonwealth Games but the 39-year-old is…

AAP

O'Callaghan, Pallister headline Comm Games swim team

Australia will send a 42-strong team to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with 14 rookies to make their debuts alongside proven gold medal winners.

The National (Scotland)

BBC loses rights to broadcast major event for the first time in 76 years

The BBC will not be showing live coverage or highlights of the 2026 Commonwealth Games for the first time since 1950

AAP

Aussie champ pipped to gold in Comm Games rehearsal

Nina Kennedy returns home with plenty of confidence, form and two Diamond League medals but an English rival looms large at the Commonwealth Games.

AAP

NET:Shooter's sparkling form earns Diamonds netball recall

Donnell Wallam's impressive Super Netball form has forced selectors to include the goal-shooter in the Diamonds squad ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

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