Wales aims for Commonwealth success at Glasgow Games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 5:26 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
As the Commonwealth Games prepare to open in Glasgow on July 20, Team Wales looks to build on its proud history. In 2014, Wales achieved a record 36 medals, matching that success at the Gold Coast in 2018. Athletes like Jeremiah Azu, Rosie Eccles, and Emma Finucane are set to compete in various events. Eccles, a defending champion, seeks to make history by retaining her title. This year’s team also includes previous medalists looking to add to their collections as excitement builds for the opening ceremony.
- •Team Wales won a record 36 medals in 2014 Commonwealth Games.
- •Jeremiah Azu is headlining a strong athletics team.
- •Rosie Eccles aims to defend her gold medal in her final Games.
- •Emma Finucane looks to add Commonwealth gold to her Olympic title.
- •The opening ceremony is set for July 20, 2026.
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"BBC Sport Wales looks back at iconic Welsh moments as this year's athletes look to make their own history.
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