It is “absolutely” a no-brainer that Glasgow should host the Commonwealth Games in 2026, Lord Jack McConnell has said. The former Scottish first minister said bringing the games back to Glasgow would be good for Scotland and see the country contributing on an international stage.

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.

Victoria had made a shock announcement in July 2023 that it was opting out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to rising costs

The Scottish government has backed Glasgow’s bid for the Games, which were originally to be hosted by Australia’s Victoria state. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Full details are expected to be released soon when the proposals are confirmed by the Commonwealth Games Federation

Glasgow hospitality chiefs are ‘buzzing’ and ‘ready to welcome guests from around the globe’ as the city has been chosen to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Australian athletes have welcomed news that Glasgow will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The Scottish city has stepped in to save the games after the Victorian Government decided last year not to host the games due to cost blow outs.