Common wealth team news
Here are some recent news updates about the Commonwealth Games team:
Commonwealth Games 2022
- The 22nd Commonwealth Games are scheduled to take place from July 28 to August 8, 2022, in Birmingham, England.
- The Indian Commonwealth Games team is expected to be one of the strongest teams, with a contingent of over 200 athletes competing in 19 sports.
- The Indian team has been training hard under the guidance of their coaches and is looking forward to a strong performance at the Games.
Recent News
- Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has been named as the flag bearer for the Indian team at the Commonwealth Games 2022. (Source: The Hindu)
- The Indian hockey team has been training in England ahead of the Games and is looking to improve their performance after a disappointing outing at the Tokyo Olympics. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Indian shooter Saurabh Chaudhary has been included in the Indian team for the Commonwealth Games 2022. (Source: The Times of India)
Commonwealth Games History
- The Commonwealth Games have a rich history, dating back to 1930 when the first Games were held in Hamilton, Canada.
- The Games were initially known as the British Empire Games, but were renamed the Commonwealth Games in 1954 to reflect the changing nature of the British Empire.
- The Commonwealth Games have been held every four years since 1930, with the exception of 1942 and 1946 when the Games were cancelled due to World War II.
Commonwealth Games Sports
- The Commonwealth Games feature a wide range of sports, including athletics, swimming, gymnastics, badminton, and hockey, among others.
- The Games also feature some unique sports, such as netball, squash, and table tennis, which are popular in the Commonwealth countries.
- The Commonwealth Games are considered to be one of the most prestigious multi-sport events in the world, with athletes from over 50 countries competing in the Games.
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