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What is the weight of the discus used in the Commonwealth Games?
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In international competitions for men under the age of 50, the discus weighs 2 kg (4.4 pounds). Lesser weights are thrown in women's competitions and by youth and older people of both sexes.
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What kind of discus is used in the Olympics?
Men's discus throw debuted at the 1896 Games in Athens and women's discus throw debuted at the 1928 Games in Amsterdam.
What is the difference between th olympic games and the commonwealth games?
they are two deferent competitions both games are only for the unprofessional players but the commonwealth games are only for countries that used to be in the commonwealth =)
What are some things ancient Greeks used that are still in use todays Olympics?
discus and the javelin discus and the javelin
Are the Commonwealth Games used in the Olympics?
No. The Commonwealth Games have no connection with the Olympics, although some athletes may participate in both.
How many stadiums have been constructed for the Commonwealth Games?
26 new stadiums would be used for Commonwealth Games 2010.
What did the Commonwealth Games used to be known as?
In 1930, 34, 38 and 50 games they were known as 'British Empire Games'. In 1954, 58 ,62 and 66 they were known as 'British Empire and Commonwealth Games'. In 1970 and 74 they were known as 'British Commonwealth Games' They been called 'Commonwealth Games' since 1978.
What were the Commonwealth Games called previously?
The first event of these games was known as the British Empire Games,which was held in 1930 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The name changed to British Empire and Commonwealth Games in 1954, to British Commonwealth Games in 1970 and assumed the current name of the Commonwealth Games in 1978.
What material is the discus made of?
A wide range of materials are used to make athletic discus. Generally a metal rim and a metal core is used to gain the weight. The main materials in use are :Plastic DiscusAluminum DiscusWooden DiscusRubber Discus
Why do they call it the Commonwealth Games?
This is because the countries which compete in it are a part of the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth are countries which are or once where ruled by the English (England) and the queen. Then instead of having a President they have or had a Prime Minister because the queen is in control of the country and there is no need for someone else.It used to be called the British Empire Games but it gradually turned into the commonwealth games it had a few other names before the name of commonwealth games
What is the name of the game in commonwealth games in which a bow and an arrow is used?
archery
What metals are used to make the discus?
A discus can have sides made from rubber, plastic, wood, aluminum, or metal. It has a metal rim and metal core to give it weight. A discus used by men is 220 millimeters (8.66 inches) in diameter and weighs 2 kg (4 pounds, 7 ounces). A discus used by women has a diameter of 182 millimeters (7.17 inches) and weighs 1 kg (2 pounds, 3 ounces).
What sport was a discus thrower used in?
Believe it or not, it is called discus throwing.
