The Economic Times

Commonwealth Games 2026: Why hockey, badminton and seven other sports are missing and how it affects India's medal hopes

India's Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games campaign starts Thursday with a 124-member contingent. The event features a significantly reduced sports program, impacting medal chances. Many sports where India excelled are now absent from the competition. This scaling back is due to the host city change and financial viability concerns. Organizers aim for a sustainable event with fewer disciplines this year.