Commonwealth Games is all set to begin in Birmingham
First Published: 28th July, 2022 14:46 IST
The opening ceremony will be in the presence of Prince Charles and a full house of 30,000 spectators in Alexander Stadium.
One of the biggest sporting events across the globe, the Commonwealth Games is all set to begin today. The beautiful City of Birmingham, also called England’s heart, is hosting the Games this time.
The countdown has started, the stage is set, the athletes are raring to perform and Birmingham is all decked up to welcome supporters from across the globe.
The official mascot Perry, the multi-colored bull is out on Birmingham’s streets welcoming the guests.
More than 5000 athletes from 72 Commonwealth Nations will compete in Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Boxing, Wrestling, Badminton, Cricket, Hockey, Basketball, Cycling, and a number of other sporting events.
For the first time in the history of the major multisport world events, more medals are at stake for women’s athletes as compared to men’s. There will be 134 men’s medal events and136 women’s medal events in the games.
The opening ceremony will be in the presence of Prince Charles and a full house of 30,000 spectators in Alexander Stadium.
Two-time Olympic medalist and star Badminton Player PV Sindhu will be India’s flag bearer during the opening ceremony.
India has sent a squad comprising 215 athletes and 107 officials to the Birmingham CWG 2022. Women’s cricket is all set to make its debut in the games.
It is the first time when cricket will be included in any major multisport world event.
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