he Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games will be bigger than ever with more medals and additional events for female and Para-Sport athletes it was revealed today (Tuesday, May 1).
The Glasgow 2014 Organising Committee (OC) today unveiled its final Sports Programme. As well as confirming details of the events to be held across 17 sports and 11 days of competition, Glasgow 2014's Sports Programme will feature additional highlights including:
- The biggest-ever number of Para-Sports Medals in Commonwealth Games History - 22 Medal events in total
- Innovative new Triathlon Mixed Relay event
- First Para-Sport Cycling (Track) event included in the Games
- Additional participation and medal opportunities for female athletes in Shooting
- All additional opportunities for athletes and spectators alike will be delivered within existing Games budgets, planning and resources.