Barbados at the 2006 Commonwealth Games | |
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CGF code | BAR |
CGA | Barbados Olympic Association |
Website | olympic |
in Melbourne, Australia | |
Competitors | 21 |
Flag bearers | Opening: Closing: |
Medals |
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Commonwealth Games appearances (overview) | |
Barbados was represented at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
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Barbados | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
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