What now for Commonwealth Games as Victoria pulls out of 2026?

Melbourne previously hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2006. (Photo by Mark Dadswell/Getty Images)
Melbourne previously hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2006. (Photo by Mark Dadswell/Getty Images)

The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has been thrown into turmoil after the government of the Australian state of Victoria cancelled its plans to stage the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing cost concerns.

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