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History of the CG
History of the CG
What is the frequency of the games?
every 4 years
How are the relations between the countries of the Commonwealth described?
a friendship with a complicated history / past
Who takes part in the Commonwealth games?
the countries, members of the Commonwealth
What do athletes prepare for at the camp?
the Commonwealth games
How many countries have participated in all the games?
6
What is the common adjective to describe Birmingham and the games?
diverse
What is the role of the athletes for the Commonwealth sports?
leaders, ambassadors
How many athletes and coaches have participated in GAPS camps since 2017?
more than 600
What are the countries which took part in all the games? and which one is the most achieving?
England, Scotland, Wales, Canada, Australia, New Zealand / AUSTRALIA
How does King Charles consider the relations between the Commonwealth countries?
a friendship
What do the athletes embody?
the Modern Commonwealth: sport, social conscience and impact
Which background are the athletes from?
a whole range of different backgrounds
When and where did the first games take place? And how many countries took part?
1930, Hamilton, Canada. 11 countries
According to critics, what are the games the last vestiges of?
colonialism
What differences will there be with the other games in the future?
Athletes will share the same values, speak the same language, will be one big family
What does the camp help the athletes grow?
performance / personal development
In which country is the city of Hamilton?
Canada
What are some people not doing in Birmingham during the games?
cheering
How is the Commonwealth seen today?
a unique family of nations seen as a force for good in the world
Which athletes does the camp provide opportunties to?
athletes who are not supported within their home countries