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Katharine Merry reflects on the Commonwealth Games and European Championships, highlighting standout moments and areas for improvement. She notes the seamless integration of para and able-bodied events in Glasgow and the excitement of home victories in Birmingham.
Merry discusses the importance of live coverage for reaching a wider audience, expressing disappointment that the Commonwealth Games were not broadcast on the BBC. She also addresses issues with ticket pricing and marketing, emphasizing the need for better communication. Read more racing coverage.
She criticizes the qualifying format for sprint events, which gave top-ranked athletes a bye in the first round. Merry believes this system is unfair and could be reconsidered in the future, as it disappointed many fans. Related: Jesse Rich Reflects on Challenges in 2026 Run Rabbit Run 100 Mile.
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Katharine Merry reviews the successes and challenges of the 2026 Commonwealth Games and European Championships. Katharine Merry reflects on the Commonwealth Games and European Championships, highlighting standout moments and areas for improvement. She notes the seamless integration of para and able-bodied events in Glasgow and the excitement of home victories in Birmingham.
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Runner World published this brief on September 22, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 22, 2026.
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