1994 Commonwealth Games

 The 15th edition was hosted by Victoria, British Columbia from August 18 to 28. 63 nations and 2557 athletes competed in 216 and 10 sports. Opened by Queen Elizabeth II. Final baton runner was Myriam Bedard.  Centennial Stadium was main venue. South Africa made its return to the games after the apartheid regime was out (1958 was their last appearance). Namibia 🇳🇦 and Montserrat 🇲🇸 made their debuts and Hong Kong made last appearance before the British handed the territory back to China.  These were the last games not jo have teams sports. Starting in 1998, basketball, rugby 7s and field hockey were added.  33 nations won a medal. Australia was first in golds and overall with 89g, 53s, 44b for 186 (200 is close). Canada was 2nd in both with 40g, 42s, 47b for 129. England was 3rd in both with 30g, 45s, 51b for 126. First time England did not finish in top 2. New Zealand was 8th in gold and 4th overall with 5g, 16s, 21b for 42. Nigeria was 4th in gold and 5th overall with 11g, 13s, 13b for 37 total. Kenya was 5th in gold and t8th overall with 7g,4s, 8b 19 total.  Tomorrow is 1998 in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Here is the logo for 1994.


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