Less than two weeks before a decision is made as to who will host the 2010 Commonwealth Games, New Delhi’s bid got a boost from the reigning Commonwealth and World 100m champion Kim Collins. Collins is from the island of St. Kitts and Nevis.
In a statement released through his manager, Collins said, “awarding the Games beyond the countries who traditionally host them will do a lot for the Commonwealth Games movement and the athletes who compete in them. It will allow the athletes to learn about new countries and cultures as well as giving them the opportunity to enjoy the multi-cultured experience that only the Commonwealth Games can truly provide”.
A decision on who will host the Games will be made when the 72 Commonwealth nations meet in Jamaica for their General assembly on November 13.
New Delhi’s only competitor is Hamilton Canada.
