Squash is a fast-paced indoor sport, and members of the Commonwealth figure predominantly in the world of squash. 1998 was the first Commonwealth Games in which a Squash competition was held, and has been included in all Games up until 2022. Squash has been dropped for the reduced 2026 Commonwealth Games prgram..

Competition

  • The Squash competition was for five gold medals, in both singles (men and women) and doubles (men, women and mixed) events.
  • Singles events involved a knockout draw, with the best two players progressing to the gold medal match, while eliminated players contest consolation games throughout the tournament. The doubles competition involved a round-robin with successful teams qualifying for the knockout medal rounds.