US EditionCommonwealth Games Unveils 'Inclusive' Medals Inspired by Glasgow
The design includes braille and tactile elements for the first time, and 215 gold medals will be awarded across 10 sports and six Para sports.
- The Organising Committee of Glasgow 2026 unveiled the Commonwealth Games Prize Medals on Wednesday, featuring a world-first inclusive design with Braille and tactile elements created by Artist Militsa Milenkova.
- Milenkova drew inspiration from Glasgow's industrial heritage and coat of arms, incorporating the Finnieston Crane and tartan patterns into the distinctive Reuleaux triangle shape.
- George Black CBE, Chair of Glasgow 2026, said the design is "rooted in Glasgow's story, bold in its design and meaningful in its commitment to inclusion."
- At The Glasgow School, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh attended the reveal ceremony, while Swimmer Duncan Scott OBE said, "I like the shape of it; don't get many medals in that shape."
- The Prize Medals represent a wider commitment to local artists, with The Games awarding 215 gold medals—including 47 in Para sports—this summer between July 23 and August 2.
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Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games prize medal revealed | Sports-Games
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games prize medal has been revealed today, featuring a world-first inclusive design inspired by Glasgow's iconic landmarks and coat of arms. For the first time in Games' history, the medal includes braille and tactile elements, ensuring inclusion is a tangible and felt experience, according to an official release from the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Prize Medal Revealed
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games prize medal has been revealed today, featuring a world-first inclusive design inspired by Glasgow's iconic landmarks and coat of arms. For the first time in Games' history, the medal includes braille and tactile elements, ensuring inclusion is a tangible and felt experience, according to an official release from the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Glasgow…
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games prize medal revealed - The Tribune
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games prize medal has been revealed today, featuring a world-first inclusive design inspired by Glasgow's iconic landmarks and coat of arms. For the first time in Games' history, the medal includes braille and tactile elements, ensuring inclusion is a tangible and felt experience, according to an official release from the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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