Victoria cancels hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games

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The closing ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games (AAP) Source: AAP / Alastair Grant/AP

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The Victorian Government has sensationally dumped plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, due to rising costs. The decision has left the sports community reeling, while others are now asking what the future of the event could be.

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