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Gethin Jones: TV presenter takes Team Wales role at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

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Television presenter Gethin Jones has been named Team Wales’ chef de mission for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Jones was the Team Wales attache at the Gold Coast 2018 Games, a role that inspired him to return to university to complete a master’s degree in sports directorship.

Commonwealth Games Wales (CGW) said Jones will be the “figurehead” of Team Wales.

CGW said the former Blue Peter presenter’s role will include leading and motivating athletes and support staff, as well as representing Wales at official functions and acting as the team’s spokesperson in the lead-up to and during the Games.

“His background in sports and media, combined with his deep connection to Welsh culture, makes him an ideal leader to inspire and guide Team Wales through the upcoming Games as the figurehead spokesperson for the team,” they added.

Jones, 47, called his appointment a “tremendous honour”, adding: “Since my involvement in 2018, I knew I wanted to be involved with Team Wales again and I knew I needed to develop my skills and knowledge of leadership and governance, and build a deeper understanding of performance at an elite level.”


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