CWG 2026: Lovepreet Singh wins silver, Seema Kaliramna takes bronze in Glasgow
Synopsis
Lovepreet Singh missed CWG gold by a single kilogram but walked away with a Commonwealth Games snatch record and silver. Seema Kaliramna battled repeated fouls and netting trouble to still claim bronze at 58.65m. India's tally now stands at 17 medals — and both performances drew personal congratulations from PM Modi on X.
Key Takeaways
Lovepreet Singh won silver in the men's +110kg weightlifting event at CWG 2026 with a combined lift of 388kg .
He set a new Commonwealth Games record in the snatch, finishing just 1kg behind gold medallist David Liti of New Zealand.
Seema Kaliramna claimed bronze in the women's discus throw with a best throw of 58.65m , managing only two valid throws in six attempts.
PM Narendra Modi personally congratulated both athletes via posts on X on 31 July .
India's medal tally at CWG 2026 Glasgow now stands at 17 — 3 gold, 10 silver, 4 bronze .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, 31 July congratulated Indian weightlifter Lovepreet Singh and discus thrower Seema Kaliramna after the pair claimed a silver and bronze respectively at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, boosting India's athletics and weightlifting campaign at the Games.
Lovepreet's Record-Breaking Silver
Lovepreet Singh delivered a standout performance in the men's +110kg weightlifting event, finishing with a combined lift of 388kg — just 1kg short of gold. New Zealand's David Liti claimed the top prize with a combined lift of 389kg. Despite narrowly missing gold, Lovepreet set a new Commonwealth Games record in the snatch competition, underlining his elite standing in the discipline.
'Exceptional performance by Lovepreet Singh for winning a Silver in the Men's +110kg event. His outstanding effort in the snatch set a new Commonwealth Games record too. His dedication and determination are truly admirable. My best wishes to him for the endeavours ahead,' Modi wrote on X.
Seema Kaliramna Earns Bronze in Difficult Conditions
Discus thrower Seema Kaliramna secured a bronze medal in the women's discus throw with a best effort of 58.65m. The competition proved challenging — Seema managed only two valid throws in six attempts, with the disc repeatedly catching the side netting. After an opening foul, she recorded 57.32m and then her best of 58.65m before ending with three consecutive fouls. That single throw, however, was sufficient for a podium finish.
'Congratulations to Seema for securing a Bronze in the Women's Discus Throw event with a best throw of 58.65m. Her efforts have made India proud and motivated the youth of our nation. Wishing her the very best for the endeavours ahead,' the Prime Minister posted on X.
India's Medal Tally at CWG 2026
The two podium finishes pushed India's overall medal count to 17 at the Commonwealth Games 2026 — comprising 3 gold, 10 silver, and 4 bronze medals. The tally reflects a strong showing across disciplines, with weightlifting and athletics emerging as key contributors.
What's Next for India at Glasgow
With the Games still underway in Glasgow, India will look to add to its haul across remaining events. The performances of Lovepreet and Seema are expected to provide a morale boost to the contingent, particularly in track and field, where India has historically punched below its weight at multi-sport events.
Point of View
But a Commonwealth Games snatch record on the same night reframes the narrative. The more telling story is structural: India's medal tally of 17 leans heavily on silver, suggesting a generation of athletes who are consistently competitive but not yet dominant. Seema Kaliramna's bronze, earned despite three fouls and adverse conditions, points to mental resilience that coaching infrastructure must now build on systematically. PM Modi's X posts are standard practice, but the athletes' real need is post-Games support, not social media validation.
NationPress
31 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Lovepreet Singh achieve at CWG 2026?
Lovepreet Singh won a silver medal in the men's +110kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, lifting a combined 388kg. He also set a new Commonwealth Games record in the snatch discipline.
Why did Lovepreet Singh miss the gold medal?
Lovepreet finished with a combined lift of 388kg, just 1kg behind New Zealand's David Liti, who took gold with 389kg. Despite the narrow miss, his snatch set a new Commonwealth Games record.
How did Seema Kaliramna win her bronze medal?
Seema Kaliramna secured bronze in the women's discus throw at CWG 2026 with a best throw of 58.65m. She had only two valid throws in six attempts due to the disc repeatedly catching the side netting, but her 58.65m effort was enough for a podium finish.
What is India's medal tally at Commonwealth Games 2026?
As of 31 July, India's medal tally at CWG 2026 in Glasgow stands at 17 — comprising 3 gold, 10 silver, and 4 bronze medals.
What did PM Modi say about Lovepreet Singh and Seema Kaliramna?
PM Modi posted congratulatory messages on X for both athletes. He praised Lovepreet's 'dedication and determination' and his Commonwealth Games snatch record, and said Seema's efforts 'have made India proud and motivated the youth of our nation.'
