The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow is in full swing today, 26 July 2026, marking day three of the highly anticipated international multi-sport event. Athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories are competing in 215 medal events across 10 sports. Today alone, 14 gold medals are up for grabs, promising a day of intense competition and thrilling performances.
One of the day's early highlights is a significant group stage netball encounter, pitting England against formidable rivals Australia. This match follows an earlier fixture where Wales took on Scotland. Netball action continues throughout the day, with other matches including Malawi versus Northern Ireland, South Africa against Tonga, and later, Uganda facing Trinidad & Tobago, followed by New Zealand playing Jamaica.
Gymnastics enthusiasts will be keenly watching as the men's and women's individual all-around champions are crowned. The men's final is scheduled for 12:00 BST, with the women's event commencing at 18:00 BST. Additionally, weightlifting offers three gold medal opportunities today, with finals in the men's 60kg, women's 48kg, and men's 65kg categories. Swimming and Para-swimming events will also culminate in nine finals this evening, following morning and afternoon sessions.
Other sports featuring prominently on Sunday's schedule include bowls and Para-bowls, 3x3 basketball and 3x3 wheelchair basketball, and boxing, all offering a packed programme of preliminary rounds and competitive fixtures leading up to later medal events. The vibrant atmosphere across Glasgow's venues is expected to continue as the Games progress.
Looking ahead, day four on Monday, 27 July, is set to be another action-packed day with 27 gold medals on offer. The athletics programme officially begins, featuring Eilish McColgan defending her 10,000m title, and Adam Ramsay-Peaty aiming to retain his 50m breaststroke title in the pool. Tuesday, 28 July, day five, will also award 27 golds, including the eagerly anticipated men's and women's 100m finals, where the Commonwealth's fastest athletes will be determined. Scottish swimming favourite Duncan Scott could also be in contention for a podium finish in the men's 100m freestyle final.