Glasgow confirmed as host for 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria withdrawal

Glasgow will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria, Australia, withdrew due to rising costs. The games will take place from July 23 to August 2, 2026, across four venues, utilizing existing infrastructure from the 2014 games. The event will feature a reduced program of 10 sports, down from 17 in 2014. Notable exclusions include badminton, hockey, and diving. However, track and field, swimming, and several para-sports will still be included. The Commonwealth Games Federation confirmed the changes, citing factors like participation and competition quality. Approximately 3,000 athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations are expected to compete in Glasgow.