Scotland to host 'scaled-back' 2026 Commonwealth Games after Australia backed out

Scotland has rescued the Commonwealth Games that were in jeopardy after Australia's Victoria state backed out of plans to host the 2026 sporting event.

Scotland to host 'scaled-back' 2026 Commonwealth Games after Australia backed out
First Minister of Scotland reacts following the result of the election count in Perth, Scotland om July 5, 2024.

Scotland has rescued the Commonwealth Games that were in jeopardy after Australia's Victoria state backed out of plans to host the 2026 sporting event.