Rehearsals have kicked off for the Glasgow 2026 Opening Ceremony, which will take place on 23 July in the iconic Hydro, officially lifting the curtain on 10 days of world-class sporting celebration in the city.

After 479 days touring the Commonwealth, the Baton arrives in Scotland

Medal hopefuls England and Australia are set to renew their podium rivalry at the 3x3 Basketball, and against much-fancied Canada in the 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball competitions, at this month’s Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, as the full match schedule is announced.

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, Vice Patron of Commonwealth Sport, joined Glasgow 2026 Staff and Volunteers at the Newly Opened Uniform and Accreditation Centre (UAC).