Glasgow 2026: Relay heartbreak as Ghana ends Commonwealth Games with two medals
Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team narrowly missed a medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after a protest resulted in Canada reclaiming their silver medal. Despite the relay disappointment, Ghana finished the Games with two medals in shot put and boxing.
Why it matters
The event highlights the competitive nature of international athletics and the significant impact of technical officiating on national medal standings.
By Simon Asare, GNA Special Correspondent
Glasgow (Scotland), Aug. 2, GNA – Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games ended in dramatic fashion as the men’s 4x100m relay team narrowly missed out on a medal on the final day of the athletics competition.
The Ghanaian quartet comprising Benjamin Azamati, Joseph Paul Amoah, Mustapha Bokpin and Abdul Rasheed Saminu initially finished fourth in the final race won by Australia, with Canada placing second and Nigeria third.
However, Canada was subsequently disqualified over an infringement during the final baton exchange, temporarily elevating Ghana to third place with a time of 38.13 seconds.
The Commonwealth Games Association of Canada lodged a successful protest, resulting in the reinstatement of Canada’s silver medal position.
Ghana’s counter-protest was unsuccessful, leaving the team outside the medals.
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