2006 Commonwealth Games

 The 18th edition of the Commonwealth Games was in Melbourne Australia from March 15 to 26. 71 nations znd 4071 athletes competed in 245 events and 17 sports. Opened by Queen Elizabeth II, Adam Pine did the athlete's oath and final baton runner was John Landy.  Melbourne Cricket Grounds was main venue.  Mascot was  Karak, a red-tailed black cockatoo (an endangered species). Queen's baton visited every Commonwealth nation for the first time. Athletics, swimming, table tennis and weightlifting was integrated for athletes with a disability. Star was Leisel Jones of Australia who won 4 golds in swimming. 39 nations won a medal.  Australia was first in golds and overall with 84g, 69s, 69b for 222. England was 2nd in both with 36g, 40s, 34b for 110. Canada was 3rd in both with 26g, 29s, 31b for 86. India was 4th in both with 22g, 17s, 11b for 50. South Africa was 5th in both with 12g, 13s, 13b for 38. Tomorrow - 2010 in New Delhi India. Here is the logo for this event. 


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