Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh won gold medals in judo at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking India's first gold medals in the sport [1].
These victories represent a historic breakthrough for Indian judo, establishing a new precedent for the country's performance in combat sports on the international stage.
Both athletes secured the top spot on the podium during the ninth day of the Games. Harsh Singh became the first Indian male judoka to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal [4]. Dey also secured gold, contributing to a total of two gold medals for India in judo at the 2026 event [1].
The judo successes were part of a larger surge for the Indian delegation. India delivered a historic haul of six medals on Day 9 alone [2]. This performance significantly boosted the country's standing in the overall competition.
Following the events of Day 9, India's total medal tally reached 23 [2]. The collective effort in Glasgow has seen the nation reach new heights across multiple disciplines, including judo and other martial arts.
Yamini Mourya also contributed to the medal count by winning a silver medal in her respective category [3]. The combined achievements of Dey, Singh, and Mourya underscore a shift in the competitive landscape for Indian judokas in the Commonwealth arena.
“Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh make history in Glasgow”
The double gold in judo signals a diversification of India's sporting success, moving beyond traditional strongholds like wrestling and boxing. By securing their first-ever judo golds at the 2026 Games, India demonstrates an increasing level of technical proficiency and elite training in a sport historically dominated by other nations.
