2026 Commonwealth Games: Scots choose three extra Olympians for swimming squad

Team Scotland have named their full swimming crew for this summer season’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

In addition to the pre-selected Duncan Scott and Angharad Evans, there are three extra 2024 Olympians named – Katie Shanahan, Keanna MacInnes and Lucy Hope.

Shanahan gained two bronze medals within the pool on the 2022 Commonwealth Games, whereas Evan Jones can be picked having gained bronze twice in Birmingham.

Archie Goodburn – who was recognized with inoperable mind tumours in 2024 – gained 100m breaststroke gold on the Scottish Swimming Championships final yr and is a part of the 25-strong squad.

Swimming and Para-swimming occasions on the video games will happen on the Tollcross International Swimming Centre from 24 to 29 July.

“I am absolutely delighted for the swimmers named in the Team Scotland squad for Glasgow this summer,” Team Scotland chef de mission Elinor Middlemiss stated.

“There is a great mix of experienced athletes and Games first-timers, showing we have an extremely talented team and real strength in the squad.

“It’s additionally great to see so a lot of our Youth Games crew making the usual and having the chance to make use of that have at a house Games.

“I wish everyone selected all the best in their preparations and look forward to seeing them in action in July.”