Scottish Sports Awards 2026

With Scotland’s World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, Kenny McLean produced an unforgettable moment at Hampden, scoring from near the halfway line to seal a dramatic 4–2 win over Denmark. The goal secured Scotland’s place at the FIFA World Cup and instantly became a defining moment in Scottish football history.

Kirsty Muir produced a sensational performance at the X Games in Aspen, winning slopestyle gold for the first time. The Scottish freestyle skier delivered under pressure in a competition featuring some of the world’s best, landing a standout final run to secure the top spot. Her victory marked another major milestone in Muir’s career and a memorable moment for Scottish sport.

Scotland produced a dramatic last-second winner to beat their opponents and reach the men’s 3x3 basketball semi-finals at Glasgow 2026. The spectacular buzzer beater sent the home crowd into raptures and helped Scotland go on to secure a historic bronze medal.

Neil Fachie made history at Glasgow 2026, becoming Scotland’s most successful Commonwealth athlete. His gold-medal success on the track took him beyond the previous record and capped an extraordinary Commonwealth career.

Team Scotland’s para bowls pair produced a dramatic gold-medal victory, holding their nerve in a thrilling tie-break finish. After an intense contest that went down to the wire, the Scots delivered when it mattered most to secure Commonwealth Games gold and celebrate a memorable triumph for para sport.

Team Mouat produced a remarkable semi-final victory over unbeaten Switzerland, guaranteeing Team GB an Olympic silver medal. The win secured a place in the final and underlined the team’s ability to deliver on the biggest stage against formidable opposition.

Reuben Ward made Scottish gymnastics history by winning all-around gold at the Commonwealth Games. His victory made him Scotland’s first ever male Commonwealth all-around champion, marking a breakthrough moment for Scottish gymnastics.

Josh Kerr produced a sensational performance when he broke the world record in the mile that had stood for 27 years, running 3 minutes, 42.66 seconds at a Diamond League meet in London. It was a spectacular display of world-class middle-distance running and one of the standout individual performances of the year.

After having to settle for silver five times at the European Badminton Championships, Kirsty Gilmour finally claimed gold in Huelva, Spain. Her long-awaited victory was a hugely emotional and historic moment, rewarding years of perseverance and making it a standout contender for Scotland’s Moment of the Year.

Melanie Woods produced a remarkable Commonwealth Games moment, winning gold and setting a Games record in a race that had to be re-run after she had already won the original. One of the moments of the Games and one that truly showcased her talent on the world stage.