A 25-strong Australian cycling team is set for Glasgow 2026, bringing together firepower and fresh talent, all eager to make their mark at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome.
Six gold medallists from Birmingham 2022 return, joined by a mix of established names and rising talent, forming a confident and well-rounded team ready to take on the Commonwealth’s best.
One of the most decorated returnees, Georgia Baker won three gold medals at Birmingham 2022 and said she’s excited to be back with a team that has strong depth and continuity.
“Every time you pull on the green and gold, it’s really special, and to return with this group of riders is incredibly exciting,” Baker said.
“Birmingham was an unforgettable experience for me, but this team is focused on building on that success and continuing to raise the standard for Australian track cycling.”
Birmingham 2022 gold medallist Leigh Hoffman also returns, eager to build on that success in Glasgow.
“It’s always an honour to pull on the green and gold, and to be part of a team with so much depth and talent is really exciting. Birmingham was a special experience, and I’m looking forward to building on that in Glasgow and doing my part for the team,” Hoffman said.
Jessica Gallagher will line up for her third Commonwealth Games alongside debut pilot Jacqui Mengler-Mohr in the Women’s Tandem B, bringing vast experience across multiple sports and Games campaigns.
One of Australia’s most versatile and prodigious sporting talents, Gallagher will contest her third Commonwealth Games, having also medalled across three sports — Para Athletics, Para-alpine skiing and Para Cycling — at four Summer and Winter Paralympic Games.
“Representing Australia at my third Commonwealth Games is such an honour,” Gallagher said.
“With the experience I’ve gained over several Games, I’m really looking forward to seeing our new talent step onto the track in Glasgow.
“We are all hungry to bring our best performances and I'm excited to see our debutants take up their moment on the big stage.
“Heading into Glasgow with a blend of familiar faces and exciting new talent, we’re all driven to deliver our very best for the green and gold.”
Kane Perris will make his Commonwealth Games debut in the Men’s Tandem B, partnering with Luke Zaccaria as the pair look to build on strong recent form, including multiple medals at the 2025 World Championships.
At the same event, they also claimed gold in the Mixed Team Sprint alongside Gallagher and Mengler-Mohr, bringing impressive recent form into the Games year.
“To make my Commonwealth Games debut is a dream come true,” Perris said.
“My Scottish heritage makes this pretty special. I’m expecting many family and friends in the velodrome to cheer me on at my Commonwealth Games debut.”
“I’m grateful for the opportunity and thrilled to race on such a big stage with Luke again. We can’t wait to give everything we have in Glasgow.”
They are joined by debutants Gordon Allan, Tara Neyland and Erin Rowell (née Normoyle), alongside emerging talents Tayte Ryan and Liliya Tatarinoff, who both burst onto the scene at the Trinbago 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games.
Ryan claimed multiple gold medals across the sprint events, while Tatarinoff won gold in the 500m time trial and added two bronze medals, bringing exciting new depth to the team.
“Being selected for my first Commonwealth Games is incredibly special,” Ryan said.
“Competing at the Youth Games in Trinbago was such an amazing experience — the atmosphere, the racing and just being part of the Australian team really lit a fire in me.
“I’ve worked hard to get to this point, so to now wear the green and gold on a stage like Glasgow is something I’ve dreamed about for a long time.”
Chef de Mission Petria Thomas OAM OLY said the team strikes the right balance of experience and emerging talent, building on the success of Birmingham 2022.
“Track and Para Cycling remain two of Australia’s strongest programs at the Commonwealth Games, and these selections reflect that legacy,” Thomas said.
“With five gold medallists returning in the track squad, and dynamic Para Cycling team featuring both experienced medallists and debutants, we are well positioned for another outstanding campaign at the velodrome.”
AusCycling CEO Marne Fechner said the selections reflect the strength and depth of Australian cycling, with a mix of proven performers and exciting newcomers earning their place.
“These teams showcase the continued strength of Australian cycling on the track,” Fechner said.
“We have a fantastic mix of proven champions, returning medallists and exciting debutants, all of whom have earned their place through consistent performance and commitment to excellence.
“I congratulate our team on their selections and look forward to seeing them race at Glasgow.”
Australian Cycling Team - Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Endurance Men
- Blake Agnoletto - 23 - Victoria - Debut
- Oliver Bleddyn - 24 - South Australia - Debut
- Thomas Cornish - 26 - NSW - Birmingham 2022 (Gold and silver medallist)
- Conor Leahy - 27 - Western Australia - Birmingham 2022 (Two-time bronze medallist)
- James Moriarty - 25 - Queensland - Birmingham 2022 (Bronze medallist)
Endurance Women
- Georgia Baker - 31 - Tasmania - Gold Coast 2018; Birmingham 2022 (Three-time gold medallist)
- Sophie Edwards - 26 - South Australia - Birmingham 2022 (Gold medallist)
- Claudia Marcks - 22 - ACT - Debut
- Alyssa Polites - 23 -Victoria - Birmingham 2022
- Felicity Wilson-Haffenden - 20 - Tasmania - Debut
Sprint Men
- Daniel Barber - 23 - NSW - Debut
- Ryan Elliott - 22 - Queensland - Debut
- Leigh Hoffman - 25 - South Australia - Birmingham 2022 (Gold medallist)
- Tayte Ryan - 20 - South Australia - Debut
Sprint Women
- Kristina Clonan - 28 - Queensland - Birmingham 2022 (Gold medallist)
- Alessia McCaig - 22 - Victoria - Birmingham 2022
- Molly McGill - 24 - Queensland - Debut
- Liliya Tatarinoff - 19 - Western Australia - Debut
Para Cycling
- Gordon Allan - 28 - NSW - Debut
- Jessica Gallagher - 40 - Victoria - Gold Coast 2018 (Two-time silver medallist); Birmingham 2022 (Two-time gold medallist)
- Jacqui Mengler-Mohr - 47 - Queensland - Debut
- Tara Neyland - 32 - Victoria - Debut
- Erin Normoyle - 33 - Victoria - Debut
- Kane Perris - 28- Western Australia - Debut
- Luke Zaccaria - 33- Western Australia - Birmingham 2022 (Bronze medallist)
Cycling (Track) made its debut at the second edition of the Games in 1934 in London and has been on the program at every Games since, with Para Cycling (Track) debuting at Glasgow 2014.
Australia leads the all-time Commonwealth Games Cycling medal table across all disciplines, with a total of 251 medals, including 121 gold.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will run from 23 July to 2 August. Cycling (Track) and Para Cycling (Track) events will take place at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and Arena from Friday 30 July to Sunday 2 August 2026.
Feature picture: Kristina Clonan after winning 500m time trial gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.