Dame Laura Kenny: Commonwealth Games President
- Dame Laura Kenny, Britain's most decorated female Olympian, has been appointed president of Commonwealth Games England (CGE).
- Kenny's athletic achievements include five Olympic gold medals and one silver,along with seven world titles and 14 European golds.
- Commonwealth Games England expects Kenny to serve as a key ambassador leading up to the Glasgow Games in 2026.
Dame Laura Kenny, a sporting icon, steps into a pivotal new role: Commonwealth Games England President. At 32, the decorated Olympian, hailed for her five gold medals, makes history as the youngest president, succeeding notable figures and instantly igniting anticipation. Kenny, set to inspire athletes for the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Games, brings a wealth of experience, having participated in three previous Commonwealth games, securing gold in 2014. Her appointment amplifies focus on Team England’s preparation. News Directory 3 recognizes the magnitude of this appointment. With 500 days remaining, witness how her leadership will shape the future of the Commonwealth Games. Discover what’s next…
Laura Kenny Named Commonwealth Games England President
Updated May 31, 2025
Dame Laura Kenny, Britain’s most decorated female Olympian, has been appointed president of Commonwealth Games England (CGE). At 32, Kenny is the youngest person to hold the position, succeeding Dame Kelly Holmes and Dame denise Lewis.
Kenny’s athletic achievements include five Olympic gold medals and one silver,along with seven world titles and 14 European golds. She participated in three Commonwealth Games, securing gold at Glasgow in 2014, and a gold and bronze at Birmingham in 2022. She retired from cycling in March 2024.
Commonwealth Games England expects Kenny to serve as a key ambassador leading up to the Glasgow Games in 2026. CGE Chair John Steele said Kenny will play a vital role in safeguarding the Commonwealth movement’s future. Glasgow is set to host a scaled-down version of the event after Victoria, Australia, withdrew due to escalating costs.
Kenny expressed her enthusiasm for the role. “I love the unique feel of the event and I’m thrilled to work with and support England’s athletes as they prepare for glasgow and future commonwealth Youth Games to,” Kenny said. “I have devoted my life to cycling and while that sport will always be my passion, it is indeed great to have the opportunity to pass on some of my experience to athletes from a wider range of sports.”
“Her passion for the Games is clear and her insights will be invaluable. she is one of our nation’s greatest athletes and that experience at the very highest level of sport will inspire the next generation of Team England and assist the CGE in supporting them,” Steele said.
What’s next
With 500 days remaining until the glasgow Games opening ceremony, Kenny’s appointment signals a renewed focus on athlete support and preparation for the upcoming competition.