The Commonwealth Games 2026 medal table is your definitive guide to the ongoing championships in Glasgow, running from 23 July to 2 August. With 74 nations competing across 215 events in 10 sports, this table updates daily as athletes vie for gold, silver, and bronze. Stay tuned for real-time rankings and historical comparisons.
How the Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Table Works
The official table is sorted by gold medals first, then silver, then bronze—not by total medal count. This method prioritizes top-tier victories and is used by the Commonwealth Games Federation. Nations like Australia, England, and Canada have historically dominated, and Glasgow 2026 is no exception.
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Each of the 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) is eligible to send athletes. The 10 sports include 3x3 basketball, athletics, bowls, cycling, swimming, weightlifting (with Para events), plus artistic gymnastics, boxing, judo, and netball.
Top Contenders and Early Standings
Australia topped the Birmingham 2022 table with 67 golds and 179 total medals. England followed with 57 golds, Canada 26, India 22, and New Zealand 20. These five nations are expected to lead again, but hosts Scotland aim to improve on their 13 golds from 2022.
| Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 67 | 57 | 55 | 179 |
| England | 57 | 66 | 53 | 176 |
| Canada | 26 | 32 | 34 | 92 |
| India | 22 | 16 | 23 | 61 |
| New Zealand | 20 | 12 | 17 | 49 |
Data from Birmingham 2022 for reference. Glasgow 2026 live numbers will replace these as events conclude.
Key Sports and Para Events to Watch
Para sports are integrated into six disciplines: 3x3 basketball, athletics, bowls, cycling, swimming, and weightlifting. This inclusive approach boosts medal opportunities for athletes with disabilities. Netball and boxing often produce dramatic upsets, while swimming and athletics deliver the most medals.
How to Read the Live Table
Check back regularly as results pour in. The table updates after each event, with gold medal counts taking priority. For example, a nation with 10 golds ranks above one with 9 golds and 20 silvers. This system rewards excellence over volume.
- Gold-first ranking ensures clear hierarchy.
- Para events count equally in the same table.
- Host nation Scotland seeks a top-5 finish.
- 215 events across 10 sports create intense competition.
- Live updates every evening (BST).
Historical Context and All-Time Leaders
Australia leads the all-time Commonwealth Games medal table, followed by England, Canada, India, and New Zealand. This order has remained stable for decades. Glasgow 2026 could see shifts if India or New Zealand close the gap on Canada.
Smaller nations like Jamaica (athletics) and Wales (bowls) often punch above their weight. Keep an eye on Para swimming, where records frequently fall.
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