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Yoga, kabaddi and the cut-price plan for Commonwealth Games survival

Glasgow proved that a streamlined programme could hold the key to reviving the prospects of a seemingly doomed event

The Guardian - UK

Commonwealth Games hailed ‘Alive and Kicking’ as Simple Minds close Glasgow 2026

The curtain has come down on the action.

The Independent UK

‘Ready for next 100 years’: Glasgow 2026 chief hails revamped Commonwealth Games

Phil Batty said the event can carry on for another 100 years, saying: ‘The Commonwealth Games are relevant, matter and are here to last’

The Guardian - UK

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Racism claim by Idi Amin’s grandson groundless, says Commonwealth chief

Commonwealth Sport chiefs have dismissed Idi Amin’s grandson’s claims of racism after he was disqualified from the super-heavyweight boxing

The Guardian - UK

Ahmedabad's world-class infrastructure sealed India's 2030 CWG bid: Commonwealth Sport CEO

India secured the 2030 Commonwealth Games hosting rights due to its excellent existing infrastructure. Commonwealth Sport CEO Katie Sadleir highlighted India's proposal aligning with the Games Reset model. The nation's strong performance and passion for the Games also strengthened its bid significantly. India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics further…

The Economic Times

Commonwealth Games coverage set for major change as ‘landmark’ deal is struck

The BBC has been the principal broadcaster for the Commonwealth Games since 1954

The Independent UK

Aussie sports staples back in Commonwealth Games frame

Many staple Australian sports could return to the Commonwealth Games when the Indian city of Ahmedabad hosts in 2030.

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India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games – next stop the 2036 Olympics?

India will be formally approved as hosts of the 2030 Commonwealth Games next month as the country steps up its ambitions to stage the 2036 Olympics

The Guardian - UK

Axed sports still on radar for Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Games Federation boss Katie Sadleir says sports that didn't make the Glasgow cut can be a part of future events.

AAP

Dropped sports are still key to future Commonwealth Games, says chief executive

Hockey, squash and diving are among the sports which will not feature.

The Independent UK

Games programme could be scaled back further if costs spiral, hints Swinney

Glasgow will host a smaller version of the Commonwealth Games in 2026.

The Independent UK

Glasgow Confirmed As Host Of 10-sport 2026 Commonwealth Games

Glasgow has been confirmed as the host of the troubled 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the Scottish city staging a slimmed-down version of the troubled multi-sport event.

International Business Times

Hockey, squash and diving not included in 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

There will also be no triathlon, T20 cricket badminton or rugby sevens in the scaled down Games.

The Independent UK

Australians committed to Glasgow Games success: Thomas

The Australian team is set to embrace the new model of Commonwealth Games, after key sports such as hockey and rugby sevens were axed from Glasgow 2026.

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Canada pulls the plug on possible bid to stage 2030 Commonwealth Games

Canadian province Alberta has pulled the plug on a possible bid to stage the 2030 Commonwealth Games because of rising costs.

The Times of India

CWG in limbo as Victoria pulls out as 2026 host over spiralling cost

Australia's Victoria state has withdrawn as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, its state chief citing the rising budget as the reason. Victoria premier Daniel Andrews said his government initially earmarked AU$2.6 billion (Rs 14,760cr) to stage the 23rd edition of the quadrennial Games in five cities, but as per…

The National (Scotland)

Humza Yousaf looks into Scotland staging Commonwealth Games as part of joint bid

Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf said he has asked his staff to “explore” the possibility of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games as part…

The Independent UK

Key questions answered as Victoria pulls out of hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games

Victoria state premier Daniel Andrews said cost estimations had risen as high as seven billion Australian dollars.

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The Independent UK

Commonwealth Games organisers happy to listen to any UK offer to host 2026 event

State premier Daniel Andrews announced Victoria was pulling out on Tuesday, citing rising costs.

Newsroom.co.nz

Rugby World Cup success didn't happen overnight

Having played her part in the unprecedented success of the Rugby World Cup, Kiwi Katie Sadleir has come home to speak at the world's largest women in sport conference this week.

The Independent UK

Commonwealth Games keen to be ‘partner of choice’ for sports looking to innovate

Birmingham 2022 broke new ground and the CGF hopes to introduce further new formats at future Games.

The Independent UK

Katie Sadleir: Birmingham has been like Disneyland on steroids

The chief executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation said this year’s event has exceeded all expectations.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Commonwealth Games Chief Looks to Bright, 'Edgy' Future

The Commonwealth Games must be "modern and edgy" to stay relevant to a young audience, according to federation chief Katie Sadleir, who praised 2022 host city Birmingham for an "outstanding job". The 57-year-old former synchronized swimmer said the Games must show how "they are different and individual" from other events…

ABC News

Esports could be included in Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games, after inaugural pilot event in Birmingham

As the multi-billion-dollar esports industry continues to grow, the Commonwealth Games looks to tap into some of that success.

The Guardian - UK

So what first attracted you to the multi-billion dollar esports industry?

Inaugural Esports Championships come to the Commonwealth Games but it’s hard to think past the oodles of cash

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