The New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) is thrilled to learn today that Commonwealth Games Scotland (CG Scotland) has received the government support it requires to proceed with their proposal to host the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow 2026.
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) have announced overnight that this final endorsement will now enable them to work through remaining details before formally announcing Glasgow as the host city for 2026. Following this announcement, final stakeholder discussions will enable the confirmation of the sport programme.
“We congratulate the efforts and innovative approach of CG Scotland under these extreme and unprecedented circumstances,” said NZOC CEO Nicki Nicol.
“To achieve this milestone and backing of the Scottish government is testament to the commitment of CG Scotland and the value they place on the role of sport in the Commonwealth.”
The proposal from CG Scotland has been achieved utilising the £100 million offered from the CGF as part of the Victoria Commonwealth Games settlement. This, together with Games revenue and the recent offer from CG Australia, of a further £2.3 million, has helped to remove financial risk to the Scottish government and pave the way for this decision.
"Glasgow did a fantastic job of hosting the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the city has since solidified its reputation as one of the premier sporting hubs in the Northern Hemisphere. We look forward to returning to Scotland and once again representing New Zealand on the Commonwealth stage."
“While we still await the final sport programme and dates, it is great to have received this announcement, and we look forward to further details in due course.”
New Zealand has a rich history in Commonwealth Games and planning and preparation will now be accelerated to ensure our athletes and sports are ready to compete in 2026.