Mirabai Chanu won the women’s 48kg weightlifting gold medal on Sunday, July 26, 2026, securing India’s first gold of the Glasgow Games [1].
The victory establishes Chanu as a dominant force in her weight class and marks a significant early success for the Indian delegation. By securing this medal, she has maintained a rare level of consistency across multiple international cycles.
Chanu achieved a historic three-peat, marking her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal [2]. Her performance in Glasgow followed a trajectory of sustained excellence that has seen her remain atop the podium in previous iterations of the event [3].
Following the competition, Chanu expressed her gratitude for the achievement. "Humbled to win my third consecutive CWG gold," Chanu said [3].
The win also provided a moment of pride for her family. Saikhom Tombi, the mother of the athlete, highlighted the importance of the timing for the national team. "We have finally brought home the first gold for India at these Games," Tombi said [4].
Chanu's victory in Glasgow comes as part of a broader competitive strategy. The athlete delivered a dominant performance to fulfill her promise of winning gold while continuing her streak of Commonwealth success as she prepares for the upcoming Asian Games [1, 4].
While some reports suggested a new Commonwealth record was established during the event, other primary sources did not confirm a record-breaking lift. The victory remains officially recorded as a gold medal win in the women's 48kg division [1, 2].
“"Humbled to win my third consecutive CWG gold."”
Chanu's third consecutive gold medal solidifies her legacy as one of India's most reliable athletes in the Commonwealth circuit. By securing the nation's first gold of the 2026 Games, she provides critical momentum for the rest of the Indian contingent and reinforces her standing as a favorite heading into the Asian Games.
