Archive · 2 Aug 2026
Mirabai Chanu Wins Commonwealth Gold, Aims for Asian Games Medal
Mirabai Chanu is a famous Indian weightlifter who won gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
She lifted 190 kg, beating the next best by 22 kg.
After her win, she talks to her teammates and helps them feel confident.
She also speaks the language of some teammates, making it easier for the coach.
Mirabai has won many medals, but she still wants an Asian Games medal.
She is training hard for the next big competition.
Her coach says she is a big inspiration for everyone.
Mirabai loves helping others and feels happy when they succeed.
She is focused on winning the Asian Games medal next.
Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at Glasgow 2026.
She lifted 190 kg, finishing 22 kg ahead of the silver medalist.
Beyond her own performance, she mentors teammates, translating for Manipuri athletes and boosting team morale.
She has earned Olympic, World Championship, and Commonwealth medals but has yet to win an Asian Games medal.
Coach Vijay Sharma credits her presence and language skills as key to the team's success and hopes she will compete at 49 kg in the upcoming Asian Games.
- Who
- Mirabai Chanu, Indian weightlifter
- What
- Won Commonwealth Games gold and mentors teammates
- When
- 2026 Commonwealth Games, upcoming Asian Games
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland; future Asian Games venue unspecified
- Why
- To win medals and help fellow lifters reach their potential
- Athlete
- Mirabai Chanu
- Event
- 2026 Commonwealth Games
- Weight class
- 48kg
- Medal
- Gold
- Next target
- Asian Games medal