Paralympic Champions Fachie and Graham Set for Glasgow 2026
Neil Fachie and Fin Graham, both recipients of the MBE honor, are confirmed to compete for Scotland at the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Fachie, aged 41, is a distinguished athlete with 19 track world championship titles. His Paralympic achievements include one gold and three silver medals in Tandem B events. Additionally, Fachie has earned five gold and one silver medal at previous Commonwealth Games.
Fin Graham, 26, recently won his first Paralympic gold medal at Paris 2024 in the road race C1-3 category and secured a silver medal in the individual pursuit C3 event. He had previously won silver medals in both events at the Tokyo Paralympics four years earlier.
Graham's accolades also include four gold medals each at the Road World Championship and Track World Championship events, alongside a former European road championship title.
Fachie Reflects on Returning to Commonwealth Games
"In some ways it's a bit of a surprise, given that I thought my cycling career might be over, but the lure of another Commonwealth Games in Scotland was pretty strong.
I'm both excited and a little nervous about getting back into race shape and being on that start line, but excitement definitely wins.
Some of my favourite moments of my cycling career have been with the Scottish team and the Commonwealth Games by nature is a fun competition anyway. The Scottish team spirit is always really strong and I love being part of the team first and foremost.
Having a Commonwealth Games in Glasgow under my belt already, I know what it's like. I know what it means and winning there was truly the best moment of my career."
Graham Shares His Excitement for Commonwealth Games Debut
"It feels amazing. To have the opportunity to ride for Scotland in Scotland is something I never thought would happen, so to get that opportunity is a pinch me moment and I'm really looking forward to it.
It's been the top priority for training and motivation, so to have it confirmed is fantastic. It's something that every athlete dreams of, competing in their home country, so it's a dream come true.
Being able to ride and celebrate a world title in front of a home crowd was special. Doing that in a Scottish jersey will make it extra special."
