Glasgow is being lauded for its role in saving and reinventing the Commonwealth Games, with organizers stating the city stepped in when the original hosts withdrew, securing the future of the multi-sport event.
Phil Batty, the head of Glasgow 2026, expressed that the city had "saved and reinvented" the Games. He recalled Glasgow's decision to host the event for a second time in 12 years, a move that will not be forgotten. Batty believes the legacy of these Games, characterized by a sustainable and scaled-back approach, will shape the future of the multi-sport competition.
"We have created a Games here that will inspire more nations to host but, probably more importantly, that every nation feels it could host at some point in the next 100 years," Batty told BBC Scotland News.
The Commonwealth flag was ceremonially passed to the Indian city of Amdavad, which is slated to host the centenary event in 2030. The closing ceremony featured a fireworks display over the River Clyde.