The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opens today with five athletes tipped for gold. England’s javelin thrower Hollie Arnold is among the front‑runners. The event’s mascot is a legendary unicorn named Clyde. Live coverage will air on BBC Scotland and available on ESPN, The Sun and others. Guidebooks and timetables can be found through ESPN and The Sun for fans ahead of each day’s competition looking forward to. The Games will showcase sportspeople from the Commonwealth contesting a variety of events. Fans can also track news via social media.