Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Mirabai Chanu Wins Third Commonwealth Games Gold
Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive gold medal in the Commonwealth Games in the women's 48kg weightlifting category.
She set new records in snatch, clean and jerk, and total lift with a total of 190kg.
Despite not eating for two days to maintain her weight, she performed exceptionally well.
Meanwhile, Rishikanta Singh and M Raja won silver medals in their respective categories but faced challenges that prevented them from winning gold.
Mirabai's performance was a highlight, showcasing her strength and determination.
Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold in the women's 48kg category.
She set new Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games records in snatch (85kg), clean and jerk (105kg), and total lift (190kg).
Rishikanta Singh and M Raja won silver medals in their respective categories but faced challenges that prevented them from winning gold.
Mirabai Chanu strategically conserved energy for the upcoming Asian Games, not giving her full effort in the Commonwealth Games.
Rishikanta Singh faced a knee problem that affected his performance in the clean and jerk.
- Who
- Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh, M Raja
- What
- Commonwealth Games weightlifting events
- When
- July 26, 2026
- Where
- Glasgow
- Why
- To compete for medals in weightlifting
Mirabai Chanu's Dominance
Challenges Faced by Other Indian Lifters
Performance and Records
Mirabai Chanu's Dominance
Mirabai Chanu set new Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games records in snatch (85kg), clean and jerk (105kg), and total lift (190kg).
Challenges Faced by Other Indian Lifters
Rishikanta Singh and M Raja, despite being gold contenders, had to settle for silver medals due to missed attempts and injuries.
Preparation and Strategy
Mirabai Chanu's Dominance
Mirabai Chanu strategically conserved energy for the upcoming Asian Games, not giving her full effort in the Commonwealth Games.
Challenges Faced by Other Indian Lifters
Rishikanta Singh faced a knee problem that affected his performance in the clean and jerk, preventing him from achieving his target.
- Event
- Commonwealth Games
- Date
- July 26, 2026
- Location
- Glasgow
- Mirabai Chanu's Total Lift
- 190kg
- Mirabai Chanu's Snatch
- 85kg
- Mirabai Chanu's Clean and Jerk
- 105kg
- Rishikanta Singh's Total Lift
- 264kg
- Raja's Total Lift
- 286kg
Sources
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