Scotstoun Stadium to undergo work for Commonwealth Games
The first phase of the project began on Monday, June 16 and is starting with the installation of a new world-class athletics track.
It will run until September 5.
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The West and East temporary stands will be removed during this time to allow access to the track.
They will later be reinstated for the start of the Glasgow Warriors competitive season in September 2025.
Scotstoun Stadium was picked as the venue to host Athletics based on its existing infrastructure and the minimal venue readiness work and overlay required to deliver a 'world-class' competition.
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The track will be gifted to the city as part of the legacy of Glasgow 2026.
Chair of Glasgow Life, Bailie Annette Christie, said: 'The new track being installed at Scotstoun Stadium represents a significant and welcome investment in Glasgow by the Glasgow 2026 Organising Company ahead of the Games next year.
'The new track will mean athletes of all ages across Glasgow can train and compete like the best athletics stars in the world and will be a legacy for the city for years to come.'
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It comes ahead of Glasgow hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which will take place between July 23 and August 6.
This will feature a packed 10-sport programme across four of the city's iconic sporting venues.
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More than 3000 athletes from 74 nations and territories are set to compete.
Glasgow is hosting the event for the second time in just over a decade after the original host – Victoria in Australia – pulled out.
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Phil Batty OBE, Glasgow 2026 Chief Executive, said: 'Scotstoun Stadium is set to be a real focal point for Glasgow 2026 and we're absolutely thrilled to announce that work on the brand-new Athletics track will start next month in preparation for the Games next summer.
"There will be an electric atmosphere at Scotstoun Stadium, given the calibre and scale of the athletics competition taking place there.
'The return of the Commonwealth Mile will be one of the must-see moments of the Games. Our investment will not only provide world-class facilities for the Commonwealth's leading athletes, but it will also create a local legacy, strengthening opportunities for grassroots Athletics post-Games.
'We can't wait to see Scotstoun Stadium come alive in July 2026 and the brilliant sporting moments that will take place in this incredible venue.'
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