Seychelles heads to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow aiming to achieve a landmark moment by winning its first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal. The island nation is making its 10th appearance at the Games with an 18-athlete squad supported by a 32-member delegation. To reward success, the Seychellois government has introduced record medal bonuses, offering SCR 150,000 for gold, SCR 100,000 for silver, and SCR 75,000 for bronze. High jumper and sprinter Natasha Chetty will carry the national flag at the opening ceremony, while swimmer Adam Moncherry has been named the country’s King’s Baton Relay representative.
With Glasgow 2026 featuring a streamlined sports programme, Seychelles has focused its campaign on boxing, athletics, swimming, and judo. Boxing remains one of the nation’s strongest medal prospects, while Chetty will lead the athletics team in the track and field events. The swimming squad will look to build on recent regional performances, and the judokas will compete against some of the Commonwealth’s top contenders as Seychelles targets a breakthrough performance at the Games.
2026 Commonwealth Games: All You Need to Know
Event: 2026 Commonwealth Games (23rd Edition)
Host Country: Scotland
Host City: Glasgow
Dates: July 23, 2026 to August 2, 2026
Participating Nations And Territories: 74
Total Number Of Sports: 10 Core Sports (Athletics, Swimming, Track Cycling, 3×3 Basketball, Gymnastics, Netball, Weightlifting, Boxing, Judo, Lawn Bowls)
Main Venues: Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Scotstoun Stadium, The Hydro
Opening Ceremony Date And Venue: July 23, 2026 at The Hydro, Glasgow
Closing Ceremony Date And Venue: August 2, 2026 at Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow
Where To Watch Commonwealth Games 2026 Live Telecast In Seychelles?
Fans in Seychelles can watch the 2026 Commonwealth Games live on the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC), which will provide free-to-air coverage throughout the event as part of the official sub-Saharan Africa broadcast partnership. SBC’s coverage will focus on Team Seychelles’ performances while also bringing viewers major events and highlights from across the Games.
For more extensive coverage, viewers can tune in to SuperSport through DStv, which will broadcast multiple events across its sports channels during the competition. With Glasgow three hours behind Seychelles, many of the day’s biggest finals and medal events will be shown live during the evening and nighttime, making it convenient for local fans to follow the action.
How To Stream Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Online In Seychelles?
Fans in Seychelles can stream the 2026 Commonwealth Games online through the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation’s official website and mobile app, which will provide live coverage, event updates, and on-demand content throughout the Games. The platform will also feature highlights and interviews involving Team Seychelles and other participating athletes.
For viewers looking for wider coverage across every sport, the DStv Stream app will offer access to SuperSport’s live broadcasts on mobile devices, smart TVs, and other supported platforms. Fans seeking additional international coverage can also explore official overseas streaming services where available, providing alternative viewing options for events not included in regional broadcasts.
