Commonwealth Games begin on Wednesday - can you contain your excitement?

[Mudcat]

Since I'm sure everyone here sweated out every second of the bid process, I don't need to tell you they are being held in Melbourne, Australia.

By all means, post your favorite Commonwealth Games moment in this thread.

Getting more serious, I just heard this news on the radio and I didn't have a clue - and Canada is part of the Commonwealth. Not only would I have a hard time answering the question,

What is the significance of the Commonwealth Games?

I would find it hard to answer,

What is the significance of the Commonwealth?

Anyway, that's the news. Will these games provide any good betting opportunities? I have no idea. I seriously doubt it.

Let the fun begin.

[tacomax]

What is the significance of the Commonwealth?

It's a reminder to you of the time when Great Britain ruled your sorry little asses.

Don't forget it.

[mad]

LMAO, Yeah i've been on the edge of my seat for months now. Thanks god they've finally arrived.

I like Turjakistan to lead the medal count.

[Mudcat]

It's a reminder to you of the time when Great Britain ruled your sorry little asses.

Don't forget it.

On the plus side, we still have the queen on our currency and she looks hot.

:an_tongue

[Santo]

I enjoy watching them personally, especially in Aus, they're a good filler for the middle of the night when I'm suffering from Insomnia ;-)