World Bowls is delighted to learn that Bowls will be included in the Commonwealth Games to be staged in Glasgow, Scotland from July 23rd to August 2nd, 2026 (provisional dates).
World Bowls President Darryl Clout said, “We have been working closely with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) for several months and are delighted that the CGF has now confirmed that Bowls will be included on the program.
We understand that these Games will be different than previous versions in terms of the number of athletes, the format and the facilities where we will play so during our discussions with the CGF we have been very open and flexible around how Bowls could be staged and showcased at this event.
This decision is a great outcome for our Commonwealth member countries and their athletes and maintains the long association our sport has had with the Games.
The Commonwealth Games is seen as a pinnacle event for our sport and for many leads to significant government funding to support their preparations. Participation as well as winning medals at the Games are also career highlights and lifelong memories for our athletes and officials.
The inclusion of the Para disciplines is also an important addition and will continue to highlight the sport’s unique nature with both able and para bowlers competing on the same green.
World Bowls now looks forward to working with the CGF and the host organising committee on the specific details of the Bowls competition.” Mr Clout said.
