The Commonwealth Games is one of the world’s premier multi-sport competitions, bringing together athletes from across the Commonwealth to compete at the highest level. Held every four years, the Games showcase elite sport in a major championship environment and provide a global platform for athletes to represent their nation with distinction.

Athletics is a cornerstone sport of the Commonwealth Games and features a full championship programme, attracting world-class competitors and producing performances of the highest international standard.

The athletics programme typically includes:

• Sprints (100m, 200m, 400m)

• Middle- and long-distance events (800m, 1500m, 5000m, 10,000m)

• Hurdles and steeplechase

• Relays

• Jumps (long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault)

• Throws (shot put, discus, javelin, hammer)

• Combined events (decathlon and heptathlon)

• Race walks

For athletes, the Commonwealth Games represents:

• The opportunity to compete in a global championship environment

• The chance to perform alongside Olympic and World Championship medallists

• A career-defining experience on an international stage

• The honour of representing Jersey within the Commonwealth sporting community

Selection for the Commonwealth Games is based on published performance criteria and eligibility requirements. Athletes must demonstrate the standard required to compete at this elite level and meet all governing body regulations.

Representing Jersey at the Commonwealth Games is a significant achievement and reflects years of dedication, performance progression, and commitment to excellence within the sport.