CWG 2026: Gavit wins gold, Basil silver in men's T47 100m para athletics
Synopsis
India's Dilip Mahadu Gavit shattered the Commonwealth Games record with a 10.71-second run to claim gold in the men's T47 100m, while Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi took silver at 10.83 seconds — a historic one-two that signals India's emergence as a genuine force in para sprint athletics.
Key Takeaways
Dilip Mahadu Gavit won gold in the men's T47 100m at CWG 2026 in Glasgow , clocking a Games-record 10.71 seconds .
Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi claimed silver with a season-best 10.83 seconds , completing India's historic one-two finish.
England's Kevin Santos took bronze in 10.85 seconds ; Australia's Jaydon Page finished fourth in 10.97 seconds .
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated both athletes via a post on X , calling the result a testament to India's para-athletic talent and discipline.
The double podium boosted India's overall medal tally and highlighted the country's growing strength in para athletics.
Dilip Mahadu Gavit and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi delivered a historic one-two finish for India in the men's T47 100m para athletics event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with Gavit storming to gold in a Games-record time and Basil claiming silver on 30 July 2026. The clean sweep of the top two podium positions marked one of India's most celebrated moments in para athletics at the Games.
Record-Breaking Performances
Gavit produced a sensational sprint, clocking 10.71 seconds to shatter the Commonwealth Games record in the T47 category. Basil followed close behind, posting a season-best effort of 10.83 seconds to seal the silver medal and complete India's sweep of the top two positions. England's Kevin Santos finished third in 10.85 seconds to take bronze, narrowly ahead of Australia's Jaydon Page, who placed fourth with a time of 10.97 seconds.
Rajnath Singh's Tribute
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was among the first to congratulate the duo, posting his message on X. 'Congratulations to Dilip Mahadu Gavit on winning the gold medal and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakath on securing the Silver Medal in the Men's T47 100m para athletics event at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Their historic success is a testament to the talent, discipline, and unwavering commitment of India's para-athletes,' Singh wrote. He added that the performance 'will serve as a lasting source of inspiration for aspiring sportspersons and further enrich India's proud sporting legacy.'
What This Means for India's Para Athletics
The result underlines India's rapidly growing strength in para athletics on the global stage. A one-two finish in a sprint event at the Commonwealth Games is a rare achievement, and Gavit's Games-record run signals that Indian para-sprinters are now competing at the very top of the discipline. Notably, the double podium also added significant momentum to India's overall medal tally as the contingent continued its campaign in Glasgow.
What's Next
The performances of Gavit and Basil are expected to draw renewed attention to para athletics development programmes in India. With the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics on the horizon, the Glasgow showing sets a strong benchmark for Indian para-sprinters aiming for the world's biggest stage.
Point of View
Or whether it remains a celebrated headline without a follow-through programme. Defence Minister Singh's X post is symbolically important, but para athletics needs sustained funding and competition exposure, not just ministerial congratulations after the fact.
NationPress
30 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the men's T47 100m para athletics gold at CWG 2026?
Dilip Mahadu Gavit of India won the gold medal in the men's T47 100m at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, clocking a Games-record time of 10.71 seconds. His teammate Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi took silver at 10.83 seconds.
What is the T47 classification in para athletics?
T47 is a para athletics classification for athletes with an arm or hand impairment affecting one limb, who compete in track running events. Athletes in this class run without the use of a prosthesis.
What was Dilip Gavit's winning time at CWG 2026?
Dilip Gavit clocked 10.71 seconds, which broke the Commonwealth Games record in the men's T47 100m event. It was a landmark performance that anchored India's historic one-two finish.
How did Rajnath Singh react to India's CWG 2026 para athletics result?
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh posted a congratulatory message on X, praising both Gavit and Basil for their 'historic success' and describing the achievement as a testament to the talent, discipline, and commitment of India's para-athletes.
Where did England and Australia finish in the men's T47 100m at CWG 2026?
England's Kevin Santos finished third in 10.85 seconds to take bronze, while Australia's Jaydon Page placed fourth with a time of 10.97 seconds.
