Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Indian Cyclists Ronaldo Singh, David Beckham Compete in Glasgow 2026
India sent two cyclists named Ronaldo and Beckham to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The cyclists are Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam from Manipur and David Beckham Elkatohchoongo.
They raced in a sprint event at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome.
They finished seventh in the qualifying round.
Their names made people think of famous football stars, but they are real cyclists.
The race got a lot of attention on social media.
Their performance shows how good Indian cyclists can be.
They hope to inspire more kids to take up cycling.
Indian cyclists Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam and David Beckham Elkatohchoongo represent India in track cycling at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Singh, from Manipur, is the first Indian to win an individual silver at the Asian Track Cycling Championships.
Beckham has multiple national titles and holds sprint records in India.
The duo finished seventh in the men's team sprint qualifying at Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, sparking viral social‑media attention.
Their participation has drawn global interest and inspired a new generation of Indian cyclists.
- Who
- Indian cyclists Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam and David Beckham Elkatohchoongo
- What
- Competed in the men's team sprint qualifying at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
- When
- 2026 Commonwealth Games
- Where
- Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Glasgow, Scotland
- Why
- To represent India and compete for medals while inspiring future cyclists
- Event
- 2026 Commonwealth Games
- Venue
- Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome
- Athletes
- Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam, David Beckham Elkatohchoongo
- Result
- Seventh place in men's team sprint qualifying
- Country
- India