The BBC will not broadcast the Commonwealth Games for the first time in 72 years, breaking a broadcasting tradition that has run since the tournament began being televised. The only BBC coverage available will reportedly be through a Gaelic-language service, meaning most UK viewers will be unable to watch the Games on the corporation's mainstream channels.

The BBC has covered the Commonwealth Games consistently for over seven decades, making this a notable break with precedent for British audiences who have traditionally relied on the broadcaster for coverage. Limited details are available on the exact reasons behind the decision, such as rights or budget considerations, but the practical effect is that non-Gaelic-speaking viewers in the UK will have to find alternative means to follow the event.