As 2025 draws to a close, the Commonwealth Sport Movement reflect on the year it has been.
Across its 74 nations and territories, they have seen renewed confidence, stronger collaboration, and real momentum building towards Glasgow 2026 and beyond, with 2025 marking several important milestones that have helped build strong foundations for the next phase of the Commonwealth Sport Movement, as they move towards our centenary and beyond.
This included the transition from the Commonwealth Games Federation to Commonwealth Sport, a name that better reflects who they are today and what they stand for. Announced on Commonwealth Day, this new identity celebrates the values we share across our 74 nations and territories - humanity, equality and destiny.
It signals a more inclusive, outward-looking organisation, one that represents not only the Games themselves, but the wider sporting, cultural and social impact of our Movement. This evolution reinforces our commitment to a refreshed, relevant and future-facing Commonwealth Sport Movement.
And following a vote at the recent General Assembly they are now retiring the term ‘Commonwealth Games Federation’ with their official, public and legal name now being ‘Commonwealth Sport’. Also on Commonwealth Day, the King’s Baton Relay, one of the Movement’s most cherished traditions was born.
Since March last year, the Baton has completed three inspiring continental legs, travelling across the Caribbean, Africa and Asia, where it has been welcomed with pride, creativity and the powerful sense of unity that defines our Commonwealth family. The creativity and commitment of the Commonwealth Games Associations have brought the Relay to life so brilliantly, ensuring it resonates far beyond host cities and into local communities.
Through their partnership with the Royal Commonwealth Society, the Relay has also supported the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign, helping to shine a light on ocean conservation and innovative solutions to plastic waste as it continues to embody the spirit of connection and shared humanity at the heart of the Games Reset. As it journeys toward Glasgow next summer, it is once again reminding communities across the Commonwealth that the Games belong to all of us.
As it looks forward to many more memorable moments whilst the Baton completes its journey to Scotland, from all at Commonwealth Sport, they say ‘Thank You’ for being part of its journey and for your continued support.
