Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Unveil Unicorn Mascot Finnie

Finnie, a unicorn mascot with a traffic cone horn inspired by the Duke of Wellington statue, has been unveiled as the official symbol for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Designed with the input of 76 children from 24 Glasgow schools, Finnie incorporates various city landmarks and cultural nods, including stars referencing the Barrowland Ballroom, a silver flash in her shoes representing shipbuilding, and the Glasgow coat of arms on her earring. The mascot made her debut atop the Finnieston Crane to mark one year until the Games, where she was joined by the First Minister John Swinney and athletes like Eilish McColgan. While public reaction to Finnie's design was mixed, understanding the mascot's symbolism helped many warm to the character. The 2026 Games will feature over 3,000 athletes from 74 countries competing across 10 sports in Glasgow, following the withdrawal of Victoria, Australia as host. Organizers view the Games as a unifying event amid global conflicts, highlighting the Commonwealth's role in fostering international collaboration.