Athletics Fiji is making significant strides in its preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to be held in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2. The organization has officially released its selection criteria for Team Fiji, alongside a preliminary long list of athletes who have demonstrated strong performances and commitment during the ongoing qualification period.
This announcement brings much-needed clarity to athletes, coaches, and stakeholders as training intensifies ahead of this major sporting event. While being included on the long list does not guarantee a final spot on the team, it indicates that these athletes are in serious contention and will be closely monitored as the qualification window progresses.
The established selection criteria detail the required qualification standards, performance benchmarks, qualifying period, and the nomination process. This framework was developed in collaboration with national coaches and technical officials to ensure a fair, transparent, and merit-based selection process that aligns with international best practices.
Athletes and coaches are encouraged to thoroughly review the criteria and preliminary long list to strategize their training and competition schedules effectively. This careful planning is vital as they aim to excel on one of the largest international stages for athletics.
For more details, the full selection criteria and long list are available on the Athletics Fiji website. With this clear roadmap, the hope is that Fiji’s athletes will rise to the occasion and showcase their talents effectively during the upcoming Commonwealth Games.