Athletics: Beckham in line for Commonwealth Games role

David Beckham is the star sports chiefs want to kick off next year's Commonwealth Games in Manchester.

Wed, 07 Mar, 2001 - 09:35

David Beckham is the star sports chiefs want to kick off next year's Commonwealth Games in Manchester.

Organisers are considering asking the Manchester United star to carry the Queen's Baton into the city next year.

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