The Commonwealth Games and Olympics are two of the most prestigious multi-sport events in the world. Both events showcase some of the best athletes from around the globe. However, there are some sports that are featured in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. In this article, we will explore some of these sports.
Aquatics
The Commonwealth Games feature all four aquatic disciplines: swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, and water polo. In contrast, the Olympics only have three of these disciplines, with synchronized swimming not being included. Additionally, the Commonwealth Games have a separate para-swimming event that is not included in the Olympics.
Cricket
Cricket is a sport that is widely popular in Commonwealth countries such as Australia, India, and England. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. The sport was last played in the Commonwealth Games in 1998, but it is set to return in the 2022 Birmingham Games.
Lawn Bowls
Lawn Bowls is a game that is similar to bocce and is played on a manicured lawn. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. The sport is widely popular in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
Netball
Netball is a sport that is played by women and is similar to basketball. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. The sport is widely popular in Commonwealth countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and England.
Rugby Sevens
Rugby Sevens is a variant of rugby union that is played with only seven players per side. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. Rugby Sevens made its debut in the Commonwealth Games in 1998 and was added to the Olympics in 2016.
Squash
Squash is a racket sport that is similar to tennis. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. The sport is widely popular in Commonwealth countries such as Pakistan, India, and England.
Tennis
Tennis is a racket sport that is played by individuals or doubles teams. It is included in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. The sport is widely popular in Commonwealth countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Conclusion
The Commonwealth Games and Olympics are two of the most prestigious multi-sport events in the world. While both events showcase some of the best athletes from around the globe, there are some sports that are featured in the Commonwealth Games but not in the Olympics. These sports include aquatics, cricket, lawn bowls, netball, rugby sevens, squash, and tennis. The inclusion of these sports in the Commonwealth Games provides an opportunity for athletes from Commonwealth countries to showcase their talents on a global stage.
