Commonwealth Games open in Glasgow with 74 nations
The 2026 Commonwealth Games opened with a ceremony in Glasgow, featuring 74 teams competing for 215 gold medals. Australian flag bearers pole-vaulter Nina Kennedy and para-swimmer Tim Hodge carried the flag and King's baton into the stadium. King Charles officially opened the Games for the first time as monarch, with the ceremony showcasing Scottish icons and history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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