Sports · 24 July 2026

King Charles III and Queen Camilla opened Commonwealth Games

King Charles III and Queen Camilla made a dramatic entrance at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow on Thursday, emerging from a Doctor Who Tardis. Inside the Hydro arena, cycling great Sir Chris Hoy welcomed the royal couple. Over 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories are competing in 10 sports and six Para sports.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 July 2026 at 4:12

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