Josh Kerr says Glasgow 2026 will be 'much more of a fun time' after world record

Scottish middle-distance runner Josh Kerr, who is from Edinburgh, has expressed excitement about competing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, describing it as set to be 'much more of a fun time' following his world record achievement. Kerr revealed he wore a 'Commonwealth Games hopeful' T-shirt as a teenager, reflecting his long-held ambition to represent Scotland at a home Games. He will race for Scotland at Glasgow 2026, which holds personal significance given his Scottish roots.