Duncan Scott first swimmer selected for Glasgow 2026

The University of Stirling’s Duncan Scott – Scotland’s most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete of all time – is the nation’s first swimmer to be announced for Glasgow 2026.

Duncan this year celebrated a decade at Stirling – Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence – and will be looking to add to his three gold, two silver and eight bronze medals won at the past three Games when he returns to Tollcross International Swimming Pool next summer.

Duncan, 28, who made his Commonwealth debut at Glasgow 2014, said: “To think my first-ever Commonwealth Games was in 2014 and for the Games to be Glasgow for 2026 is pretty special. The momentum is really starting to build, and the Games are coming round fast.

“I have fond memories of 2014; the way the country got behind all the athletes, and how Team Scotland responded to that in terms of success.

“The Scottish fans always bring something different, and with the Commonwealth Games coming back to Glasgow next year, hopefully they will bring the excitement once again.”

Elinor Middlemiss, Team Scotland Chef de Mission, said: “We are delighted to welcome Duncan back to the team for Glasgow 2026.

“Duncan’s successes with both Team Scotland and Team GB have been truly inspirational and we look forward to the next chapter in Glasgow next summer, the city where he won his very first medal with Team Scotland.

“Athletes of the calibre of Duncan and the three athletics team members named so far are spearheading our selections at this early stage from what is already shaping up to be a strong team.”

Duncan’s selection comes on the back of meeting the Phase 1 selection requirements set out in the selection policy and following nomination from Scottish Swimming and subsequent ratification by Commonwealth Games Scotland.

Athletes from across all 10 sports and six para-sports featured at Glasgow 2026 will be selected in the coming months as Team Scotland prepares for an exciting home Commonwealth Games.

World-class

At Stirling, athletes have access to world-class facilities, including a 50-metre pool, unrivalled outdoor space, and state-of-the-art strength and conditioning suites. In addition to its coaching and facilities, Stirling’s International Sports Scholarship Programme – one of the largest high-performance programmes in the UK – offers athletes funding support, academic flexibility, equipment and kit. It has supported hundreds of athletes since its inception in 1981 – with many competing on the world stage, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games.

Core sports include swimming, triathlon, football, golf, tennis, rugby and curling, while individual scholarships cover all Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games sports.

Read more about sports scholarships at the University of Stirling.