BBC Alba to screen Glasgow Commonwealth Games with nightly live coverage
The Gaelic broadcaster will be the only place on the BBC showing action from Glasgow 2026, which begins on 23 July.
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"This is a historic opportunity for BBC Alba and the Gaelic language to be at the heart of broadcasting a global sporting event to audiences."
— Margaret Mary Murray , Executive
"These Games belong to everyone and that means making sure every community across Scotland can follow the action in a way that feels close to home."
— Phil Batty , Executive
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The Gaelic broadcaster will be the only place on the BBC showing action from Glasgow 2026, which begins on 23 July.
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