5 Pacts with TNT Sports for Commonwealth Games Coverage

Commonwealth Games / Courtesy of 5

5 Pacts with TNT Sports for Commonwealth Games Coverage

5 has partnered with TNT Sports in the U.K. to offer select free-to-air coverage of the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026.

The British broadcaster will deliver daily highlights as the exclusive English-language free-to-air partner for the games, complementing TNT Sports’ extensive coverage across its linear channels and on HBO Max.

Scott Young, EVP for WBD Sports Europe, said: “Our partnership with 5 represents another example of TNT Sports engaging dedicated sports fans and wider audiences around the sports properties that we are privileged to showcase. By making Glasgow 2026 available to all HBO Max subscribers and highlights to 5’s audience, we will help the Games reach a broad and passionate audience across every platform, ensuring fans can connect with the event and all the moments that matter.”

Young added, “By presenting every medal broadcast through HBO Max, extensive coverage on TNT Sports’ own dedicated channels, and highlights in partnership with 5, audiences will be offered the choice and flexibility to enjoy the very best of the Games, whenever and however they choose to watch.”

Ben Frow, chief content officer at 5, added, “The Commonwealth Games is one of the standout events in a fantastic summer of sport this year, and here at 5 we’re delighted to be working with TNT Sports to bring the biggest sports stars to a free-to-air audience in the U.K. We’ll be bringing extended highlights of all the action from Glasgow every day on 5 as part of a growing line up of sport.”

Phil Batty, chief executive of Glasgow 2026, added, “The excitement for Glasgow 2026 is building, and we know how much sports fans across the U.K. are looking forward to the Games next month. We want as many fans as possible to watch and enjoy every moment. The partnership with 5 will bring Glasgow 2026 to millions of viewers for free, and with subscription packages for TNT Sports starting from as little as £4.99, there are lots of ways for people across the UK to watch and experience the Games.”

Katie Sadleir, CEO of Commonwealth Sport, said: “Together with TNT Sports, 5 will help bring the excitement of the Commonwealth Games to audiences across the U.K., showcasing the brilliant athletes, inspiring stories and unforgettable moments that make the Games unique. Fans up and down the country will be able to follow the action as competitors from across the Commonwealth take centre stage in Glasgow. With key moments and highlights available on 5, comprehensive live coverage on TNT Sports and every moment streamed on HBO Max, fans will be able to enjoy Glasgow 2026 wherever and however they choose to watch.”


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