Sir Chris Hoy Reveals Mural and Charity Partnership Ahead of Commonwealth Games
Sir Chris Hoy unveils ‘surprise’ mural and charity link for Commonwealth Games

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A mural of Sir Chris Hoy was unveiled in Glasgow in anticipation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Hoy announced a partnership between the Games and his Tour de Four charity, which supports cancer charities. The mural commemorates his achievements and aims to raise awareness about stage four cancer.
- 01The mural of Sir Chris Hoy is located on a railway arch along Glasgow’s Clydeside Expressway and is part of a series of seven murals.
- 02Hoy's Tour de Four charity event raised over £3.1 million in its inaugural year and will support five major UK cancer charities.
- 03The Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2, 2026.
- 04Hoy has a long-standing connection with the Commonwealth Games, having won two gold medals for Scotland.
- 05The Tour de Four event in September has sold out its main rides but still offers opportunities for participation through static bikes and donations.
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Sir Chris Hoy, the Olympic cycling champion, unveiled a mural of himself in Glasgow, celebrating his legacy ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The mural, located on a railway arch along the Clydeside Expressway, is part of a series of seven that will be revealed weekly. Hoy also announced a partnership between the Commonwealth Games and his Tour de Four charity, which aims to raise funds for cancer charities and challenge perceptions of stage four cancer. The inaugural Tour de Four event raised over £3.1 million in 2025 and will take place in September, supporting five major UK cancer charities. Hoy expressed his excitement about the upcoming Games, scheduled from July 23 to August 2, 2026, and emphasized the importance of his historical ties to the Commonwealth Games, having won two gold medals for Scotland. He plans to attend the Games and is looking forward to the enthusiastic Scottish crowds at the velodrome. While the main rides for the charity event are sold out, there are still opportunities to participate through static bikes and donations.
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The unveiling of the mural and the charity partnership aim to raise awareness and funds for cancer charities, impacting those affected by cancer in the UK.
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