2002 Commonwealth Games

 The 17th edition was held in Manchester England from July 25 to August 4. 72 nations and 2863 athletes competed in 281 events and 17 sports.  They were opened and closed by Queen Elizabeth II. Final baton runners were David Beckham and Kristy Howard. City of Manchester stadium was main venue. Games coincided with the Golden Jubilee of the Queen. These games had most events of any games in history (to this point). Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 appeared for the last time. They withdrew from the Commonwealth of nations in 2003. In the mens 100m, Kim Collins of Saint Kitts and Nevis wins country's first ever gold. On the last day of track, England won gold in yhe 4X100m and 4x400m by the smallest of margins. 39 nations won a medal. Australia was first in golds and overall with 82g, 62s and 63b for 207 total. England was 2nd in both with 54g, 51s, and 60b for 165 total. Canada was 3rd in both with 31g, 41s, 44b for 116 total. India was 4th in both with 30g, 22s and 17b for 69 total. New Zealand was 5th in gold and 6th overall with 11g, 13s and 21t for 45 total. South Africa was tied for 6th in gold (with Cameroon) and 5th overall with 9g, 20s 17b for 46 total. Tomorrow  - 2006 in Melbourne Australia.  Here is the logo for  2002.