Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in the women's 48kg category [1].
This victory cements Chanu's status as a dominant force in international weightlifting and extends India's record of success at the Commonwealth Games. By securing three straight titles, she joins an elite group of athletes who have maintained peak performance across multiple Olympic cycles.
The achievement took place in Glasgow, Scotland [2], during the 2026 Commonwealth Games which began July 23, 2026 [3]. Chanu competed in the women's 48kg weight-lifting category [1], where her successful lifts secured the top spot on the podium.
Chanu's performance in Glasgow follows a pattern of consistent excellence in the 48kg division. The victory was celebrated by her family, marking a historic milestone in her athletic career [4]. Her ability to repeat gold-medal performances underscores a level of consistency rarely seen in high-impact strength sports, where injury and age often disrupt long-term streaks.
Throughout the competition in Scotland, Chanu faced pressure to maintain her streak of gold medals [5]. The result ensures her place in the history books as one of the most successful Indian athletes to compete in the Commonwealth Games. Her dominance in the 48kg class continues to serve as a benchmark for weightlifters across the Commonwealth nations.
“Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal”
Chanu's third consecutive gold medal indicates a period of sustained dominance in the 48kg category, suggesting that her training and technical execution remain superior to her Commonwealth peers. This streak provides a significant psychological boost to India's athletic program and reinforces the country's strength in weightlifting as a primary source of international medals.
