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The Guardian - AU

Esports set to be test event for this summer’s Commonwealth Games

Esports has been included as a test event for this summer’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, organisers announced today.

Evening Standard

Praveen Kumar Sobti was a gentle giant: Bahadur Singh

CHANDIGARH: During the first lockdown in 2020 when Doordarshan re-ran the BR Chopra-epic Mahabharat, former Indian athletics team head coach Bahadur Singh was happy to see his old friend and four-time Asian Games medallist and Commonwealth Games silver medallist Praveen Kumar Sobti back on TV playing the character of "Bheem".

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Asian Games gold medallist and 'Mahabharat' actor Praveen Kumar Sobti passes away

NEW DELHI: Playing the character of 'Bheem' in blockbuster TV series 'Mahabharat' made him a household name but much before that, Praveen Kumar Sobti was an athlete par excellence and remains India's first and only hammer throw medal winner in the Commonwealth Games.

The Times of India

Scotland Commonwealth Games role is great news for Glasgow Rocks coach

Gareth Murray says he can help young players to achieve their dreams, just like he did

Daily Record

Brazill to focus on netball Games dream

Ash Brazill has put her AFLW career on hold to focus on netball as she aims for selection this year at the Commonwealth Games.

AAP

Cate Campbell to miss Commonwealth Games

Swim ace Cate Campbell will miss the Commonwealth Games as Australia had already planned for this year's world titles to be postponed.

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West Midlands firms urged to play their part in Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

Firms from across the region are being invited to a 'Meet the Contractors' event later this week

Birmingham Post

India, Australia to open cricket competition in 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games

DUBAI: Cricket will mark its return to the Commonwealth Games after a gap of 24 years with India taking on Australia on July 29 in the 2022 Birmingham edition.

The Times of India

Ayrshire beach volleyball stars target Scotland squad for this summer's Commonwealth Games

Callum Stewart and Ross McKelvie are hoping to turn professional on the back of this summer's showpiece.

Daily Record

Where is she now? Tania Murray

A young Dunedin dressmaker and high jumper was one of the golden stars of the 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games. Now Tania Murray's life has come full circle, David Leggat discovers.

Newsroom.co.nz

West Midlands Police chief constable leaving after Commonwealth Games

Sir David Thompson has led the force since 2016.

The Independent UK

Olympic champion Adam Peaty reveals new event he could seek gold in at Commonwealth Games

Adam Peaty has set his sights on yet another event that he will chase one more gold medal in ahead of this year’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

Daily Mirror

The Hundred fixtures confirmed: Lord’s to host finals again as women’s opener delayed by Commonwealth Games

London’s two men’s franchises will start their campaigns with a derby clash at the Oval when the Hundred returns for its second edition this summer, with Lord’s once again set to stage the tournament finals.

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Newcastle Herald

Rose Davies defends Australia 10k title in strong start to 2022

It was the first step towards qualification for world titles and Commonwealth Games.

The Independent UK

Jonny Brownlee and Alex Yee switch focus to Birmingham 2022

Georgia Taylor-Brown and Sophie Coldwell have also been named in Team England’s triathlon line-up for the Commonwealth Games.

The Hindu

Jeremy ready for the heavy lifting needed to taste glory

The 19-year-old Youth Olympics champion’s plans have been disrupted by injury and COVID. But his resolve remains unshakeable as he prepares for the challenge of adding significantly heavier plates to his barbell for this year’s Commonwealth and Asian Games

ABC News

Aussie Diamonds show progress under Stacey Marinkovich after sixth Quad Series title win

The Australian netball team retain the only international prize in their trophy cabinet in a tense clash against England as they firm up their combinations ahead of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

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Speculation mounts Melbourne and regional Victoria could host 2026 Commonwealth Games

Two decades after the last Melbourne Commonwealth Games, Victoria is emerging as a frontrunner to host the 2026 event.

Newsroom.co.nz

Winders sees silver lining in Ferns' thorny tour

It hasn't been the start to 2022 the Silver Ferns wanted, but star midcourter Sam Winders reckons her team will take plenty from the northern Quad Series with the Commonwealth Games squarely o

Birmingham Post

New training scheme to help businesses prepare for Commonwealth Games

Thousands of places are available on new free programme

Wales Online

Garden tents offered on Airbnb as 'tropical' accommodation during Commonwealth Games

The space is available for £27 a night and is described as a 'lush tropical' experience for up to six guests

Wales Online

The lanes around her parents' farm were the perfect training ground for Commonwealth Games cyclist Manon Lloyd

The team GB cyclist is currently in Australia representing Wales at the Commonwealth Games

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