Host city Manchester, United Kingdom,
The 2002 Commonwealth Games were held in Manchester, United Kingdom from 25 July to 4 August 2002. The XVII Commonwealth Games was the largest multi-sport event ever to be held in Britain
Motto The Spirit of Friendship | Nations participating 72 | Athletes participating 3,863 |Events 14 individual and | 3 team sports | Opening ceremony 25 July 2002 |Closing ceremony 4 August 2002 |Officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II | Athlete's Oath James Hickman | Queen's Baton Final Runner David Beckham and | Kirsty Howard | Main Stadium City of Manchester Stadium
Manchester_Commonwealth
Opening
2002 commonwealth games opening ceremony
City of Manchester Stadium - Commonwealth Games
