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MALTA, JUL 31 – The 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games will feature 1,150 athletes from 74 nations competing in eight sports, including Sailing and Water Polo debuts and the largest Para sport program ever.
- In a statement on Thursday, Commonwealth Sport announced Malta will host the eighth Commonwealth Youth Games in late 2027, with over 1,000 athletes from 74 nations competing in eight sports.
- Highlighting its criteria, the governing body said Malta’s dual-island concept, athlete-first proposal, and proven hosting experience made it an ideal host.
- In detailing the competition, organisers revealed the programme includes Athletics, Para Athletics, Netball, Squash, Swimming, Para Swimming, Triathlon, and Weightlifting, with Sailing and Water Polo debuting, involving around 1,150 athletes from 74 nations.
- Reacting to the announcement, Team Wales said it will prepare and support its athletes for Malta 2027, reflecting Commonwealth Sport’s commitment to inclusion and youth engagement.
- In its long-term vision, Commonwealth Sport sees the Commonwealth Youth Games as a transformative platform, launching careers of stars like Kirani James, Chad le Clos, Jessica Ennis, and Beth Tweddle.
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Malta to Host Commonwealth Youth Games 2027: A Celebration of Sports and Youth | Sports-Games
Malta will host the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games, welcoming over 1,000 young athletes from 74 nations. The event will introduce sailing and water polo alongside established sports, marking the most inclusive Para sport programme yet. Malta's facilities and athlete-first approach were key in its selection.
Malta to Host the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games - The Maltese Herald
Malta has been officially confirmed as the host nation for the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG), marking a landmark achievement in the country’s sporting history. The announcement was made during a celebratory event attended by key dignitaries, including Commonwealth Sport Malta President Mr. Julian Pace Bonello and Commonwealth Sport President Dr. Donald Rukare, Her Excellency High Commissioner Ms. Katherine Ward. Malta’s Minister for Educat…
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Sailing to make Commonwealth Youth Games debut at Malta 2027
Sailing will be part of the sport programme for the eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games to be held in Malta, marking the first time that sailing has been included in the event. The sailing competition is due to be held in Mellieħa Bay on the island’s northern coast from 29 October to 4 November 2027 as one of eight sports to be featured at the Games. David Graham, World Sailing CEO, welcomed the decision, saying, “This is excellent …
Malta to host Commonwealth Youth Games 2027
New Delhi: Malta is set to host the eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG) in 2027, with over 1,000 athletes aged 14 to 18 from 74 nations and territories expected to compete across eight sports, the event's governing body announced on Thursday. "The award reflects Commonwealth Sport’s commitment to taking the Youth Games to new countries and especially small and island nations. Malta’s compelling dual-island concept features exis…
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