Saikhom Mirabai Chanu won the women's 48kg weightlifting gold medal on Sunday, July 26 [1], in Glasgow, Scotland [2].
The victory marks a historic milestone for the athlete and her country. By securing this win, Chanu delivered India's first gold medal of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games [3].
This performance represents a hat-trick of gold medals for Chanu, who has now won three consecutive Commonwealth Games titles [4]. Her dominance in the 48kg category continues to establish her as a premier force in international weightlifting, a feat that reinforces India's standing in the sport.
The event took place during day four of the competition in Glasgow [2]. Chanu's victory provided an early momentum boost for the Indian delegation as they compete across various disciplines in Scotland [5].
Weightlifting has long been a stronghold for India at the Commonwealth level, and Chanu's ability to maintain a gold-medal streak across three different Games highlights a rare level of consistency, and longevity in a physically demanding sport [4].
“Mirabai Chanu won the women's 48kg weightlifting gold medal”
Chanu's third consecutive gold medal cements her legacy as one of India's most successful Commonwealth athletes. By securing the nation's first gold of the Glasgow Games, she has not only maintained her personal dominance in the 48kg class but also established a psychological advantage for the rest of the Indian contingent.
