Several athletes fail to return home after Commonwealth games in Glasgow
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Several athletes, including four members of Uganda's boxing team, have failed to return home after the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Police Scotland confirmed they are investigating reports of athletes who are unaccounted for, with one boxer stating their intention to seek asylum in Scotland for better training opportunities. The missing Ugandan boxers are Nuhu Batte, Angel Katushabe, Ibrahim Kemis, and Emily Nakalema, who appealed for understanding regarding their decision. Additionally, Pakistani boxer Qudrat Ullah is also reported missing. The Glasgow 2026 organizers are collaborating with authorities to ensure a safe conclusion to the event, which saw participation from around 3,000 athletes from 74 nations. This incident has drawn parallels to previous Commonwealth Games where athletes have gone missing, raising concerns about the implications for future events.
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