New Delhi, Aug. 3 -- The curtain came down on the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in the early hours of Monday with a vibrant handover that officially passed hosting rights to India. At the OVO Hydro, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra presented the Commonwealth flag to Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha, signalling the start of preparations for the centenary Games in Ahmedabad in 2030.

The closing ceremony began just after 1:30 AM IST with Scottish singer Sandi Thom performing "Proud to be from Scotland." A special tribute followed for the thousands of volunteers who kept the Games running smoothly. Australian singer Delta Goodrem then returned to a Commonwealth stage after 20 years, performing her 2002 hit "Born to Try"...