London: New Delhi is due to host the Commonwealth Games from October 3-14 but a number of athletes have pulled out because of health and security fears and several nations are seeking urgent assurances over safety. Following are some possible outcomes to the situation, for this edition of the Games, the future of the event as a whole and knock-on effects for other sports:
Alright on the night: There are plenty of precedents to suggest India could overcome the current problems and go on to stage a well regarded Commonwealth Games.
Athens was beset by problems in the build-up to the 2004 Olympics and while costs shot up due to delays in completing a huge building programme and implementing transport and security plans, the event itself was a big success.
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