The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games begins today with five athletes favoured 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 be shown on BBC Scotland and available on ESPN, The Sun and others. Daily guides and schedules are available through ESPN and The Sun for fans ahead of each day’s competition eager for. The Games will showcase sportspeople from the Commonwealth competing in a range of sports. Viewers can also follow updates through online networks.