Victoria cancels bid for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Goverment cites costs, delays and uncertainty as reasons for withdrawal
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MELBOURNE, [date] - The Victorian government has sensationally pulled the pin on its bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing concerns over costs, delays and uncertainty.
The shock decision was announced on Monday by Premier Daniel Andrews, who said the government had "reluctantly" concluded that it was not in the best interests of Victorians to proceed with the bid.
"This was a difficult decision, but it was the right one," Andrews told reporters.
The decision means that Brisbane will now host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, after it was awarded the rights to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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