The Commonwealth Games 2026 medal table will be the centerpiece of the Glasgow event, with 74 nations competing across 215 events in 10 sports. Australia, the defending champion from Birmingham 2022, is expected to dominate once again.
Top Contenders for the 2026 Commonwealth Games Medal Table
The all-time leaders—Australia, England, Canada, India, and New Zealand—are likely to repeat their top-five finish. Australia’s 179-medal haul in 2022 (including 67 golds) sets a high benchmark. England and Canada will challenge for silver and bronze positions.
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Key Sports and Para Events
Six para sports—3x3 basketball, athletics, bowls, cycling, swimming, and weightlifting—are included alongside artistic gymnastics, boxing, judo, and netball. Scotland, as host nation, aims to improve on its 13 gold medals from 2022.
| Nation | Gold (2022) | Total Medals (2022) | Predicted Gold (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 67 | 179 | 70 |
| England | 57 | 176 | 55 |
| Canada | 26 | 92 | 28 |
| India | 22 | 61 | 25 |
| New Zealand | 20 | 49 | 22 |
How the Medal Table Is Ranked
The table is sorted by gold medals first, then silvers, then bronzes—not overall total. This system often creates tighter competition among mid-tier nations. Host Scotland will benefit from home advantage in events like athletics and cycling.
- Australia leads the all-time medal table with over 2,000 medals since 1930.
- England has the second-most golds but trails Australia significantly.
- Canada and India are strong in swimming and shooting (though shooting is not in 2026).
- New Zealand excels in rowing and cycling.
- 21 sports were originally planned but reduced to 10 for Glasgow 2026.
FAQ
When are the 2026 Commonwealth Games?
The games run from 23 July to 2 August 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland.
How many nations compete in the 2026 Commonwealth Games?
74 Commonwealth Games Associations are eligible to send athletes.
What sports are included in Glasgow 2026?
Ten sports: artistic gymnastics, boxing, judo, netball, and six para sports (3x3 basketball, athletics, bowls, cycling, swimming, weightlifting).
How is the Commonwealth Games medal table ranked?
The table is sorted by gold medals first, then silver, then bronze.
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