Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Commonwealth Games 2026: Major Sports Missing
The Commonwealth Games 2026 are happening in Glasgow, Scotland, with 74 nations participating.
However, this year there are only 10 sports, which is the lowest since 1994.
Some popular sports like badminton, hockey, and table tennis are missing, which makes it harder for countries like India to win medals.
India won a lot of medals in these sports in the past.
Some athletes and coaches are disappointed, but others see it as a chance for teams to focus on other important tournaments.
India is also set to host the Games in 2030, which is exciting for the future.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have only 10 sports due to cost and time constraints.
Popular sports like badminton, hockey, and table tennis are missing, affecting India's medal prospects.
India won 61 medals in the 2022 Games, with many coming from now-absent sports.
Athletes and coaches express disappointment, but some see it as an opportunity for better preparation.
India is set to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.
- Who
- 74 Commonwealth nations, including India
- What
- Commonwealth Games 2026 with reduced sports categories
- When
- July 23rd to August 2nd, 2026
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Why
- Due to escalating costs and lack of time to organize the event
Sports Absence Impact
Opportunity for Preparation
Medal Tally Concerns
Sports Absence Impact
The absence of sports like badminton, hockey, and table tennis reduces India's chances of winning medals, affecting the overall tally.
Opportunity for Preparation
The absence of hockey from the CWG allows Indian teams to focus on the Men's and Women's Hockey World Cup and the Asian Games, providing more preparation time.
- Event
- Commonwealth Games 2026
- Host City
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Participating Nations
- 74
- Sports Categories
- 10
- Previous Host
- Victoria, Australia (pulled out due to costs)
- India's Medal Tally in 2022
- 61 medals (22 gold, 16 silver, 23 bronze)
- India's Athletes in 2026
- 126
- Next Host
- Ahmedabad, India (2030)