TNT Sports has been named the live UK broadcast partner for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The company outbid the BBC, which had been the main partner and provided free-to-air (FTA) coverage since 1954 for 18 consecutive games.
The TNT Sports coverage forms part of a deal between its parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), and Commonwealth Sport for exclusive UK live broadcast and digital media rights.
As a result, TNT Sports will bring live coverage to viewers via a dedicated linear channel in the UK and Ireland, and more than 600 hours of live coverage will air on HBO Max in the UK following the platform’s launch in March 2026.
Warner Bros. Discovery is already the broadcaster for the Olympic Games in key European territories.
The 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games will take place from 23 July 2026 and 2 August 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland.
Katie Sadleir, CEO of Commonwealth Sport, said: "This is another landmark moment as we continue to re-imagine what a Commonwealth Games looks and feels like for athletes and fans alike. With a heavyweight broadcast partner like Warner Bros. Discovery onboard across the UK and Europe for Glasgow 2026 and the recent decision to award the 2030 Commonwealth Games to India, alongside strong interest for 2034, the future of our Movement has never been more secure.
"Our partnership with WBD opens up exciting new ways for fans to connect with the action. With more events available live and a strong focus on athlete storytelling, fans will be closer to the games than ever before."
Scott Young, Executive Vice President (EVP) of WBD Sports Europe, added: "As a premium multi-sport broadcaster, we have a proven ability to connect sports fans and audiences with the world’s biggest sports events and their athletes. We will bring this storytelling heritage and production expertise to the Commonwealth Games, where our coverage of Glasgow 2026 will be comprehensive, immersive and accessible.”
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