Commonwealth Games Australia boss Craig Phillips says Victoria could ‘absolutely’ have hosted streamlined event heading to Glasgow

Commonwealth Games Australia boss Craig Phillips says Victoria could have hosted a pared-back program like Glasgow’s for the same cost of $221.51 million, but the government never considered the option. Glasgow will feature 10 sports at four venues, disappointing athletes from sports axed from the program. Despite the reduced size, Phillips believes the event will still be attractive to athletes, fans, and TV broadcasters.

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