Glasgow might step in with a scaled-back providing ought to no different host be discovered for the 2026 Commonwealth Video games.
Final week, Singapore joined Malaysia in ruling out a bid, after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as host in July due to rising prices.
Commonwealth Video games Scotland (CGS) say their proposal would contain “no vital ask of public funds”.
It could embrace a core programme of 10 to 13 sports activities – down from 20 at Birmingham 2022.
The final resort plan would “utilise current venues and lodging choices” in Glasgow, the place the Video games have been held in 2014.
This week the Commonwealth Video games Federation (CGF) stated it was “contemplating a number of proposals” amid continued uncertainty over the occasion’s long-term future.
“Our precedence is to make sure a Video games takes place in 2026 and we’re inspired by the information that the CGF are in superior discussions with different nations,” stated CGS.
“Nevertheless, if an alternate answer can’t be secured throughout the coming weeks, we’re able to discover our idea with the CGF and key companions in larger element, with the intention of delivering a world class-sporting occasion in Scotland utilizing a mannequin that could possibly be replicated throughout the Commonwealth for future editions.
“A feasibility examine was commissioned in December 2023 to evaluate Scotland’s viability as a cheap various host, following the CGF’s determination to make out there £100m to host nations for a 2026 Video games as a part of the Victoria settlement settlement.
“We’re glad that the idea developed might see a refreshed format for the Video games, that will see it’s delivered on time and on price range, offering vital profit to the Scottish economic system and a possible blueprint for a sustainable Video games mannequin of the long run.”
CGS add that extra funding for the estimated £130-150m price range would come from industrial revenue, together with ticketing, sponsorship and broadcasting.
A last determination from the CGF is predicted by the tip of Might.
