Australia's Gold Coast Withdraws 2026 Commonwealth Games Bid

The future of the Games is in jeopardy with no firm bids for 2026 or 2030, as costs escalate and global relevance wanes.

The Gold Coast in Australia has withdrawn its bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to lack of support from state and federal governments.
The withdrawal follows Victoria's decision to pull out in July due to budget overruns, leaving the Games without a host.
Commonwealth Games Australia CEO Craig Phillips has suggested that the Commonwealth Games Federation should consider bids from other countries.
The future of the Games is uncertain, with no firm bids for either the 2026 or 2030 Games.
Experts argue that the cost of hosting the Games is escalating and its global image and relevance are diminishing.