‘Extensive work’ to find new host for Commonwealth Games
SYDNEY: Commonwealth Games officials said on Wednesday that “extensive work” was underway in four regions to find a new host for the 2026 event following the shock withdrawal of an Australian state in July. The multi-sport event suffered a major setback when the state of Victoria abruptly pulled out, citing cost escalation. The event usually attracts more than 4,000 athletes from the 54 Commonwealth nations, almost all former territories of the British Empire. The Commonwealth Games Federation briefed members at a meeting in Singapore on efforts in four regions to secure a new host, the organization said in a statement.
