‘Ready for next 100 years’: Glasgow 2026 chief hails revamped Commonwealth Games
Glasgow 2026 organizers have hailed the revamped Commonwealth Games as a success, citing financial sustainability and a new, leaner format. Despite some criticism regarding star athlete absences, officials believe the event model is viable for the future.
Why it matters
The success of the Glasgow model provides a blueprint for how major sporting events can remain relevant and fiscally responsible in a changing economic climate.
The chief executive of Glasgow 2026, Phil Batty, said the Games had ‘absolutely exceeded my expectations’. The chief executive of Glasgow 2026, Phil Batty, said the Games had ‘absolutely exceeded my expectations’. Commonwealth Games 2026 ‘Ready for next 100 years’: Glasgow 2026 chief hails revamped Commonwealth Games Phil Batty hails ‘phenomenal’ success of event
‘The Games are relevant, matter and are here to last’
Prefer the Guardian on Google This year’s Commonwealth Games have been “phenomenal” and have shown the events have the potential to carry on for another 100 years, the chief executive of Glasgow 2026 has told the Guardian. Phil Batty also said that the revamped Games, which included only 10 sports rather than the 19 in Birmingham four years ago, showcased a formula that made them financially sustainable as they head to Amdavad in 2030.
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