Commonwealth Games ‘where champions are made’ despite slimmed down model, argues president

article author: AFP Author: Thu, 2026-07-23 04: 35 GLASGOW: The president of Commonwealth Sport, Dr. Donald Rukare, told AFP the Commonwealth Games remains a stage “where champions are made” as Glasgow prepares to host a slimmed down version of the event. The Games were plunged into crisis when the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as hosts in July 2023, citing rising costs. Glasgow also played host 12 years ago and was therefore in position to offer the solution of a condensed format using existing venues to minimize taxpayer costs. Main category: Sport Tags: Commonwealth Games Dr. Donald Rukare Glasgow

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