The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games will be remembered just as much for its inclusivity as its records. It was the first fully integrated para-sports program at a major multi-sport event, meaning para-athletes competed for medals that contributed directly to their nation’s overall official medal table.
Here are some of the best performances from the 2022 Commonwealth Games:
Several individuals defined the "best" of the games through record-breaking feats and emotional victories:
Cricket made a massive, fast-paced return to the global multi-sport stage with the official tournament debut of Women's Twenty20 (T20) cricket. Packed crowds at Edgbaston Cricket Ground witnessed world-class, high-stakes matches that introduced the sport to a massive new generation of fans. Economic and Infrastructure Legacy
Niue won its first-ever Commonwealth Games medal, a bronze in boxing, highlighting the growth of smaller island nations. Key Highlights and Memorable Moments
Cemented her status as a legendary swimmer by winning six gold medals , bringing her career total to 14—the most by any Australian in Games history.
: The para-swimmer secured gold in the 100m backstroke just months after undergoing a leg amputation. A Cultural Homecoming
Alex Yee and Georgia Taylor-Brown started the party for Team England, securing early gold medals in the triathlon on July 29.
: Dominated the Men's 100 Metres final with a blistering time of 10.02 seconds to take home the gold.
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