The Commonwealth Games 2026 have officially started with the participation of King Charles III. The opening ceremony, held at Glasgow's Hydro Arena, featured the King and Queen arriving in Doctor Who's Tardis. They were greeted by famous cyclist Sir Chris Hoy. Glasgow is ready to host the Commonwealth Games, with the 2026 medals featuring Braille writing. The King thanked the city of Glasgow and everyone who made this event possible, calling the Commonwealth a 'unique and extraordinary family of nations'. The opening dance took the audience back to pre-industrial Scotland in the 1700s, using white fabrics to represent the textile industry. The city's history of science and medicine was also highlighted, including Joseph Lister's introduction of antiseptic surgery and Sir William Macewen's pioneering work on brain tumors. Of course, Glasgow's nightlife was also featured, with Scottish singer-songwriter Callum Beattie performing 'Yes Sir, I Can Boogie' surrounded by sparkling unicorns. Athletes carried their national flags and waved to the crowd as they walked around the stage, which was designed in the shape of a Celtic knot. A giant, blue Loch Ness Monster appeared on stage with Scottish actor Sam Heughan. Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstal performed 'Black Horse & the Cherry Tree' and 'Suddenly I See', and the crowd was energized with the Scottish army march and the slogan 'No Scotland No Party'. The ceremony ended with a giant, flying Tunnock's tea cake. Did you know that the Commonwealth Games are a multi-sport event held every four years, promoting friendship and competition among Commonwealth countries and regions? The Games encourage children to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle by highlighting the importance of sports and competition. They also help children learn about different cultures and countries, broadening their knowledge of the world. The Commonwealth Games 2026 are ongoing in Glasgow, and we'll continue to watch the amazing performances of the athletes. Who knows, maybe one day you'll participate in this great event too.