The King starts the ancient handball game known as hand ba’ in Jedburgh, stepping into the action at the start of the event. After beginning the game, the King moves back to watch the scrum and the play as it continues. Multiple outlets describe the moment as part of a ceremonial or public appearance connected to the traditional match in Jedburgh, with the King’s participation limited to the opening phase rather than ongoing involvement throughout. The coverage focuses on the King’s initial engagement with the game, followed by a shift to observing the match from the sidelines as teams compete. Both reports characterize the same sequence of events: the King’s start at the outset, then stepping back to watch the scrum and subsequent play. No additional details are provided in the excerpts about the teams, rules, duration, or outcome of the game.