August 18th to August 28th was an exciting time for sports lovers from all over the world, as the 1994 Commonwealth Games were held with much pomp and glory at Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. 2669 participants from 63 nations of the Commonwealth participated in the 1994 Commonwealth Games. This 15th Commonwealth Games was significant by South Africa's comeback following the apartheid era, after over 30 years since the country last competed in the Games. 1994 Commonwealth Games also witnessed Hong Kong's last appearance at the games before reverting to Chinese rule.
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