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  1. 12 hours ago

    With the fully underway in Africa, we look back at the baton's first leg in Europe. 🇬🇧 🇨🇾 🇲🇹 We will return to Europe as the Relay nears it's end. The journey has only just begun.

    QBR2022 Europe First Leg
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  2. 17 hours ago

    The raising of the Aboriginal flag by at the 2000 Olympics was an iconic anti-discrimination statement in sport. 's was Cathy’s training partner at the time, and reflected on that unforgettable moment during .

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  3. Oct 29

    will inspire young people from all backgrounds. We asked Executive Producer, Raidene Carter, about her hopes for how the Festival can inspire new artists and creators.

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  4. Oct 29

    Here are some highlights from The Gambia's breathtaking two-day tour of the nation.

    The Gambia Highlight
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  5. Oct 29

    Critical Mass is well underway as hundreds of young people come together in a unique inclusive project which will see participants perform at some of 2022’s biggest events, including the Opening & Closing Ceremonies. More at

    Critical Mass 2022
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  6. Oct 29

    Yesterday, hundreds of people lined Erdington High Street to welcome Little Amal as part of her 8000km long journey across Europe. The 3.5m tall puppet represents the plight of displaced refugee children.

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  7. Oct 29

    The Baton Manager from Ghana, Melvin Brown, hands the Baton over to Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, President of The Commonwealth Games Association of Cameroon. The Baton will spend the next 2 days in Cameroon!

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  8. Oct 29

    After Nigeria, the Queen's Baton was handed over to The Gambia. Here are just a few of the highlights of it's time there.

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  9. Oct 29

    Racism in sport has been a big talking point in recent months, with the role of social media under scrutiny. During , says the focus should be on individuals who use social media to cause offence, rather than on the platforms themselves.

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  10. Oct 28

    Sport has the power to bring people together. Speaking to us for , our Head of Inclusion & Engagement, , reflected on her own athletics career, and shared her hopes for .

    Sport has the power to bring people together
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  11. Oct 28

    Perry had a fantastic day at Westminster. Thanks for looking after him.

    Speaker and Perry outside
    Today at Parliament we were joined by Perry, the official mascot of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. I am excited about the Commonwealth Games coming to Birmingham in 2022. Find out more: Image credit: UK Parliament/Jessica Taylor
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  12. Oct 28

    “It’s a special place to be.” Birmingham is a proudly multicultural city, and believes this makes it the perfect Commonwealth Games host. During a visit to the Alexander Stadium for , he explained why.

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  13. Oct 27

    Every Wednesday, will be sharing behind the scenes updates from the creation of 'Wondrous Stories.' The large-scale epic event which will kick-off the . Check out the latest updates here;

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  14. Oct 27

    📣 ANNOUNCEMENT: Road event courses confirmed! Discover the Marathon, Cycling (Road Race and Time Trial), Triathlon and Para Triathlon routes on our website:

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  15. Oct 26

    Day 20 of the journey and the baton has arrived in Ghana!

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  16. Oct 26

    . is a proud Welshman, but he’s also in touch with his Jamaican roots, something that impressed even the legendary ! For month, Colin explained the importance of his heritage.

    How Colin Jackson surprised Usain Bolt!
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  17. Oct 26

    This weekend, Little Amal arrived in London as part of her 8,000km journey across Europe. This Thursday, she will arrive in Birmingham supported by the .

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  18. Oct 26

    After an incredible weekend in Sierra Leone, is continuing its journey. But the citizens of Sierra Leone have a message for its next destination!

    Let's take it on! Sierra Leone
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  19. Oct 26

    We're finishing with a fun family event at Birmingham's Thinktank on Sunday. Celebrate Black History, test your speed and try out Commonwealth Games sports as comes to !

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  20. Oct 26

    We asked why celebrating is important. As the boxer explains, it's an opportunity to educate the younger generation on the importance of inclusion, both in and out of sport.

    Delicious Orie on Black History Month
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