Ayrshire Athletes Shine at Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony
Paul Foster MBE and Robyn Love joined Leslie Roy on stage at the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony in Glasgow, performing the athletes' oath.
Category : Athletics
Socceroo Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine
Australia international Cristian Volpato has allegedly tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice by police in Sydney for speeding.
Duncan Scott leads British 200m freestyle showdown at Glasgow 2026
Olympic champions Duncan Scott, Tom Dean, Matt Richards and James Guy will compete in a star-studded 200m freestyle final at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Nine England athletes withdraw from Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Katarina Johnson-Thompson is among nine England athletics stars to withdraw from the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games on the day of the opening ceremony, dealing a significant blow to the scaled-back event.
Katarina Johnson-Thompson pulls out of Commonwealth Games
Katarina Johnson-Thompson is one of nine England athletes to withdraw from the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, dealing a major blow to the event.
Athletics Star Has Emergency Surgery After Groin Injury
Oakland Athletics star Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle after being hit by a foul ball during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Cameron Myers leads Australian middle-distance charge at Commonwealth Games
Australia's middle-distance team boasts unprecedented depth for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Cameron Myers ranked world No 1 in the 1500m and Jessica Hull leading the women's events.
Glasgow gears up for Commonwealth Games 2026
Glasgow hosts the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria pulled out. The pared-back event has fewer sports and tickets, but locals recall fond memories of 2014.
Matt Richardson: Australia to England switch has 'zero effect'
Track cyclist Matt Richardson, who left Australia for England after winning three Olympic medals, says the backlash has 'zero effect' on him as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games.
O'Brien in worst form slump since 2020, says Timeform
Aidan O'Brien is experiencing his worst month of results since 2020, according to Timeform, with just three wins from his last 48 runners ahead of the King George VI Stakes.
Sprinter Returns After Viral Wardrobe Malfunction Win
American sprinter Chris Robinson, who won a 400m race despite his penis falling out of his shorts, is set to compete at the USA Track and Field Outdoor Championships.
Keely Hodgkinson to skip 2026 Commonwealth Games
Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson will not compete at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing a congested major championship schedule and long-term injury prevention.
North East firefighters to run in NY 9/11 memorial
Firefighters from County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service will take part in the Tunnel to Towers run in New York this September, honouring 9/11 victims.
Torrie Lewis breaks Australian 100m record, beats Olympic great
Torrie Lewis broke her own Australian 100m record with 11.04s at the Tipos PTS meet in Slovakia, beating five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah in a perfect Commonwealth Games warm-up.
Stirling swimmer Lucy Hope excited for home Games return
Lucy Hope calls competing at a second home Commonwealth Games a 'twice in a lifetime opportunity' as she prepares to return to Glasgow 12 years after her debut.
Olympic icon Olaf Tufte dies at 50 found unconscious
Olympic icon Olaf Tufte, 50, has died after being found unconscious at his family farm. The rowing legend was hailed as one of Norway's greatest heroes.
King’s Baton Relay Visits UWS Ayr Campus
The King's Baton Relay visited UWS Ayr campus as 54 para-athletes and coaches from 15 nations gathered for final Commonwealth Games preparations.
DeChambeau's penalty at The Open costs him over £200,000
Bryson DeChambeau's two-stroke penalty at The Open Championship cost him more than £200,000, dropping his prize money from £384,000 to £175,000.
Josh Kerr: Glasgow 2026 will be a fun time after world record
World record holder Josh Kerr recalls his early career and looks forward to competing for Scotland at Glasgow 2026, calling it a fun time.
Rodri's stats: Pass accuracy, tackles, ground duels at World Cup
Rodri misplaced only five of 106 passes in the final, led World Cup in tackles, and won 63.3% of ground duels, earning Golden Ball.
Referee Anthony Taylor Retires After 831 Matches
Anthony Taylor retires from elite refereeing after 831 matches, including two World Cups and 16 Premier League seasons, citing intense pressure and scrutiny.
Argentina star's sister reignites Falklands row after final
Barbara Parades, sister of Argentina's Leandro Paredes, claims the Falklands are Argentina's after World Cup semi-final win over England, reigniting the dispute.
Hodgkinson Relieved to Win in London Diamond League
Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson won the 800m at the London Diamond League in 1:56.21, expressing relief after a tough start to her outdoor season including defeats and a training fall.
Heyward and Henrich Smash Welsh Records in London
Jake Heyward and Charlotte Henrich broke Welsh records at the London Diamond League, tuning up for the Commonwealth Games with standout performances.
Amy Hunt overcomes illness for season's best in London
Amy Hunt battled illness to run a season's best 22.30 in the 200m at the London Diamond League, nearly withdrawing beforehand. She now heads to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games.
Zac Shaw Targets Glasgow 2026 After Mother's Death
Paralympic medallist Zac Shaw aims for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games after his mother Evette died from cancer in August 2025, following a silver medal at Birmingham 2022.
Mum's 'Unheard of' Identical Quadruplets Born in Australia
Jenitar Na-amoana gave birth to naturally conceived identical quadruplets in Australia, a one-in-15-million event. The girls were delivered at 28 weeks and are in neonatal intensive care.
Rugby League Star Scott Dureau Dies Aged 39 After Cancer Battle
Former Newcastle Knights and Catalans Dragons half-back Scott Dureau has died at 39 after a long battle with cancer, the club announced.
Preston Davey vigil: Blackpool Tower lit blue for toddler
A vigil for murdered toddler Preston Davey will see Blackpool Tower lit blue on July 27, 2026, exactly three years after his death. Scottish campaigner Dave Sharp organises the event.
Martinez Cries After Injury in World Cup Final vs Spain
Lisandro Martinez was forced off injured in the first half of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, with the emotional Manchester United star covering his face with his shirt.
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