Canadian boxer Scarlett Delgado won the silver medal in the women's bantamweight boxing final on Saturday [1].
This result marks a significant podium finish for Canada at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland [2]. The achievement highlights the competitive standing of Canadian athletes in the bantamweight division on the international stage.
Delgado competed in the 54 kg weight class [3]. In the final bout, she faced Preeti Pawar of India. Pawar secured the gold medal after the judges reached a unanimous 5-0 decision [4].
The match took place on Aug. 1 [5]. While Delgado did not secure the top prize, her performance ensured a medal for the Canadian delegation in a highly contested category.
Boxing events at the Glasgow Games have seen a strong showing from several nations, including India, which has seen multiple gold-medal performances in the women's division [6]. Delgado's silver medal remains a key highlight for the Canadian boxing team during this competition [1].
“Scarlett Delgado won the silver medal in the women's bantamweight boxing final”
Delgado's silver medal reinforces Canada's presence in elite women's boxing. The unanimous decision loss to Preeti Pawar underscores India's current dominance in the bantamweight category at the Commonwealth level, as India continues to secure multiple gold medals across the boxing program.
