The 2014 Commonwealth Games were held in Glasgow from 23 July to 3 August 2014. The event brought together more than 4,000 athletes from 71 nations and territories to compete in 17 different sports.
The Games were celebrated for their exciting competitions, enthusiastic crowds, and friendly atmosphere. New and improved sports venues, such as the Emirates Arena and the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, helped create a memorable experience for athletes and spectators. The opening and closing ceremonies also showcased Scottish culture, music, and history with Rod Stewart performing at Celtic Park during the opening of the games.
Glasgow 2014 left a lasting legacy by encouraging more people to take part in sport and by improving local facilities and transport. The successful organisation of the Games boosted Glasgow's international reputation and demonstrated the city's ability to host major global events.
Here are 25 nostalgic pictures of the 2014 Commonwealth Games when Glasgow last hosted the event.
9. Rubber band ball
Prince Harry plays a game during a visit to the Commonwealth Games Village on July 29, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. | Getty Images
10. Lulu
Singer Lulu performs during the Closing Ceremony for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games at Hampden Park. | Getty Images
11. Sarah Adlington
After winning gold in the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth games, the judako followed up her success by winning another in the Birmingham Games in the summer. Originally born in Shropshire, she has spent most of her life and considers her hometown to be Edinburgh and trains at EdinburghJudo. She overcame India’s Tulika Maan in the final to defend her +78 kg crown after judo was axed at the 2018 Gold Coast games. The repeated success meant she became the first judako to ever win two gold medals at the Commonwealth Games. Photo: Joe Giddens
12. Thank you Glasgow
Folks show their appreciation for Glasgow during the Commonwealth Games 2014. | Contributed Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN