Commonwealth Games officials commended Malaysia’s “fantastic track record” after the country announced that it had been offered £100 million ($130 million) to host the 2026 edition. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) is scrambling to find a host after the Australian state of Victoria abruptly pulled out in July last year, citing expense.
Victoria’s abrupt departure, along with the lack of a clear alternative, sparked speculation over the future of the Games, which take place every four years and were last held in Birmingham in 2022.