India’s weightlifting icon Mirabai Chanu scripted another glorious chapter in her illustrious career by winning a third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The Olympic silver medallist delivered a commanding performance in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event, securing India’s first gold medal of the Commonwealth Games and reinforcing her position as one of the country’s greatest sporting champions.
Chanu dominated the competition from the very first lift, showcasing remarkable strength and consistency. She successfully lifted 87kg in the snatch and followed it up with an impressive 107kg in the clean and jerk, registering a total of 194kg. Her performance also saw her break the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games snatch records, while setting new Games records in the clean and jerk and overall total, leaving her competitors far behind.
This latest triumph marks a historic hat-trick of Commonwealth Games titles for the 31-year-old Manipuri athlete. Chanu had previously claimed gold at the Gold Coast 2018 and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, which makes Glasgow 2026 her third straight victory on the biggest stage of the Commonwealth. With this achievement, she has become one of India’s most successful athletes in the history of the Games.
The victory is even more significant considering the journey of Chanu over the past two years. After battling injuries and narrowly missing an Olympic medal at Paris 2024, she worked tirelessly to regain peak fitness. Her determined comeback in Glasgow highlights her resilience, discipline, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Following her victory, congratulatory messages poured in from across India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, fellow athletes, and sports enthusiasts praised Chanu for her record-breaking feat and for giving India a dream start to its Commonwealth Games campaign.
With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics now on the horizon, Mirabai Chanu has once again proven why she remains among the world’s elite weightlifters.
