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Johnson-Thompson named in England team for Commonwealth Games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:21 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Johnson-Thompson named in England team for Commonwealth Games
Summary

Katarina Johnson-Thompson has been selected for the England team at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2. The reigning heptathlon champion aims to win her third consecutive title, having also secured gold in 2018. Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson will not compete, focusing instead on the European Championships in August. Among the 63 athletes announced, notable competitors include Amy Hunt in the 100m and Zharnel Hughes in the 200m, who seeks to improve on his previous silver medal performance.

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  • •Commonwealth Games run from July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow.
  • •Katarina Johnson-Thompson aims for her third straight heptathlon title.
  • •Keely Hodgkinson will not participate, focusing on European Championships.
  • •Other selected athletes include Amy Hunt and Zharnel Hughes.
  • •England's team comprises 63 athletes plus a para-athlete contingent.
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  • 10:21 AMYahoo Sports — Johnson-Thompson in England team for Commonwealths
  • 10:21 AMBBC Sport — Johnson-Thompson in England team for Commonwealths
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Katarina Johnson-Thompson will go for three Commonwealth Games titles in a row after being selected for Glasgow 2026.

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Katarina Johnson-Thompson will go for three Commonwealth Games titles in a row after being selected for Glasgow 2026.

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