However, wrestling or archery is still not included in the list of sports released by the Commonwealth Games Federation on Wednesday. Shooting has been one of the most successful sporting events in India in the history of the Commonwealth Games.
The Commonwealth Games Federation, Andrews Labor Government and Commonwealth Games Australia announced on 4 October a list of spots, including debutants, who will be part of the Games in 2026.
Victoria 2026 will run from March 17 to 29, 2026, with four regional hubs in Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Gippsland to deliver a multi-city model that captures the hearts and minds of people across Victoria.
“Victoria 2026 is also proposing to add para-sport disciplines to golf, coastal rowing and road (cycling) racing and will work with the Commonwealth Games Federation and relevant international sports federations to determine if this is feasible.” “The Commonwealth Games Federation said in an official statement.
Golf, 3×3 basketball, 3×3 wheelchair basketball, coastal rowing, shooting, para-shooting, BMX racing, mountain bike cross country, track cycling and para-track cycling have been added to the already impressive sports line-up, while coastal rowing , golf, and BMX would debut at the Commonwealth Games.
Victoria 2026 is also proposing to add para-sport disciplines to golf, coastal rowing and road races and will work with the Commonwealth Games Federation and relevant international sports federations to determine if this is feasible.
Commonwealth Games Australia President Ben Houston said: “Commonwealth Games Australia is delighted to introduce new sports and themes for Victoria 2026 to take the Games into an exciting new era.”
“It is set to inspire a whole new wave of athletes to make their dreams come true over the next four years. The CGA can’t wait to welcome the athletes who will represent Australia in 2026.”
Dame Louise Martin, President of the Commonwealth Games Association, announced and included the new Games in the Commonwealth Games movement.
“We are thrilled to confirm the sports schedule for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the additional Games proposed by Victoria 2026 completing an exciting and diverse line-up,” said Martin.
“Sports are set to be competitive and action-packed, including a comprehensive, fully integrated para-sport program, coastal rowing, golf and BMX debuts, shooting returns and spectacular 3×3 basketball. Included in the program is CGF of the 2026-30 Strategic Roadmap, which gives hosts greater flexibility to propose new sports, especially those of specific local relevance that will enhance cultural exposure and increase community engagement.”
“Victoria 2026 will provide a world-class Commonwealth Games for all Victorians and showcase all of our states,” said Commonwealth Games Delivery Minister Jacinta Allen.
Victoria 2026 Sports Events: Athletics and Para-Athletics, Badminton, 3×3 Basketball, 3×3 Wheelchair Basketball, Boxing, Beach Volleyball, Coastal Rowing, Cricket T20 (Women), Cycling (BMX, Mountain Bike, Road, Track and Para-track) , Diving, Golf, Gymnastics (Artistic), Hockey, Lawn Bowl and Para-Lawn Bowl, Netball, Para-Powerlifting, Rugby 7s, Shooting and Para-Shooting, Squash, Swimming and Para-Swimming, Table Tennis and Para-Table Tennis , triathlon and para-triathlon and weightlifting.
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