Montreal boxer Marie Al-Ahmadieh earned a silver medal in the women's 60 kg division during the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games [1], [2].

The result marks a significant milestone for the Canadian athlete, highlighting her ascent to the top tier of international amateur boxing. While the loss in the final prevents a gold medal, the achievement secures her place among the elite in her weight class.

Al-Ahmadieh competed on day nine [1], [2] of the Games in Glasgow, Scotland. She reached the gold-medal bout but ultimately lost the match via a split decision [1], [2]. Despite the narrow margin of the loss, Al-Ahmadieh said the outcome was "bittersweet" [1], [2].

In an interview with CBC Sports' Marissa Papaconstantinou, Al-Ahmadieh said she felt proud of the accomplishment [1], [2]. She said that earning a silver medal at a major multi-sport event represents a significant achievement in her career [1], [2].

The boxer's journey to the podium in Glasgow serves as a point of pride for her hometown of Montreal [1], [2]. The split decision indicates a closely contested final, where the judges were divided on the winner of the bout [1].

Al-Ahmadieh's performance throughout the tournament demonstrated the technical skill and endurance required to navigate the brackets of a Commonwealth competition. The silver medal serves as a tangible reward for her preparation and training leading up to the 2026 Games [1], [2].

“Marie Al-Ahmadieh said the result was 'bittersweet'.”

A silver medal at the Commonwealth Games establishes Al-Ahmadieh as a top contender in the 60 kg weight class. The split-decision loss suggests she is competitive at the highest level of the sport, positioning her as a key athlete for Canada in future international boxing cycles.