Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2026

Current Context : Recently, CWG 2026 (will be held in Glasgow) edition was unveiled which features only 10 sports.

About CWG 2026

• Location: Glasgow, Scotland.
• Sports: The 2026 edition features only 10 sports.

Notable Changes

• Dropped Sports: Six disciplines where India won medals at the 2022 CWG have been removed. These include:
  • Badminton
  • Cricket
  • Hockey
  • Squash
  • Table Tennis
  • Wrestling

Historical Context

• First CWG: The Commonwealth Games started in 1930in Hamilton, Canada.
• Frequency: The games are held every four years.
• India’s Hosting: India hosted the CWG in 2010in Delhi.