Published 2 years ago

Australia's Victoria state confirmed 2026 Commonwealth Games host

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It will be the first-ever predominantly regional Commonwealth Games. The opening ceremony will be at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Sixteen sports have been confirmed on the initial program and up to seven more could be added. The Commonwealth Games are held every four years involving 70-plus countries from the British Commonwealth of nations.

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Times of India

Australia's Victoria state to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Australian state of Victoria announced Tuesday that it will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with all sporting events taking place outside of the state capital Melbourne.

2 years ago·India

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BBC News

Victoria awarded 2026 Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games have been officially awarded to the Australian state of Victoria.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

Regional Victoria announced as host of 2026 Commonwealth Games

Opening ceremony will take place at MCG, while Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Gippsland will hold sporting events

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Hindu

Victoria to host 2026 Commonwealth Games across cities

Victoria will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games with the Australian state's regional centres organising the majority of events in a break from the traditional single host city model.

2 years ago·India

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