A new hero could emerge in Birmingham

Botswana has sent the largest contingent of athletes to the Commonwealth Games, with hopes of a medal haul. Also known as the ‘Friendly Games’, the Commonwealth Games are held every four years and bring together athletes from former British colonies.

The exclusion of some of the nations robs the competition of top stars, particularly from the United States. Team Botswana has made its way to Birmingham, with an initial 36 athletes scheduled to board the plane.