Glasgow, 2014 Commonwealth games venue winner
There were celebrations in the Scottish city as the decision of the 71 voting nations was announced in Sri Lanka, with Glasgow winning by 47 votes to 24.
The city had been competing against Nigerian capital Abuja for the right to host the games.
Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond said: "We will make these games the greatest sporting event our country has ever seen."
He added: "They will be our chance to show the whole world the very best of Scotland."
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There are likely to be between 6000 and 6500 athletes and officials attending the Games in 2014. Getting to Glasgow
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The Games will be held over 11 days, with the opening ceremony on 23rd July 2014, and the last day of competition and Closing Ceremony on August 3rd 2014. Staying in Glasgow
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- Boxing
- Badminton
- Squash
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- Lawn bowls
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- Rugby 7s (men)
- Netball (women)
- Cycling
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The next Commonwealth Games will be held in Delhi in 2010. See www.cwgdelhi2010.com for full information Glasgow 2014 links
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