CWG 2026: Mirabai Chanu wins third straight gold, India takes 8 weightlifting medals
Synopsis
Mirabai Chanu did it again — three straight Commonwealth Games golds in the women's 49kg, cementing a legacy few Indian athletes can match. Alongside her, Lovepreet Singh set a Commonwealth snatch record of 176kg while settling for silver by just one kilogram. India's eight-medal weightlifting haul from Glasgow signals a programme in full stride heading into the Asian Games and a home CWG in 2030.
Key Takeaways
Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold in the women's 49kg category at CWG 2026 in Glasgow.
Lovepreet Singh claimed silver in men's +110kg with a total of 388kg , including a Commonwealth Games record snatch of 176kg .
Gyaneshwari Yadav returned with a silver in the 53kg category and has set her sights on gold at the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India.
India finished its CWG 2026 weightlifting campaign with 8 medals — 1 gold, 6 silver, 1 bronze .
Hundreds of supporters welcomed the contingent at Indira Gandhi International Airport , New Delhi, on 2 August .
Olympic medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, heavyweight lifter Lovepreet Singh, and Gyaneshwari Yadav received a rousing homecoming at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on 2 August, as hundreds of fans, family members, and well-wishers gathered to welcome India's Commonwealth Games 2026 weightlifting contingent back from Glasgow. India concluded its weightlifting campaign with eight medals — one gold, six silver, and one bronze.
Mirabai's Historic Third Successive Gold
Mirabai Chanu cemented her status as India's most decorated Commonwealth Games weightlifter by claiming a third consecutive Commonwealth title in the women's 49kg category. The feat adds another landmark to an already glittering career that includes an Olympic silver medal from Tokyo 2020.
Speaking after landing in New Delhi, the Manipuri star said: 'Coming from Manipur, I feel really proud that I have done something good for my Country.' Her back-to-back-to-back gold medals across three Commonwealth Games editions make her one of the most consistent performers in the history of the event.
Lovepreet's Silver and a Commonwealth Record
Lovepreet Singh of Punjab claimed silver in the men's +110kg category, finishing just one kilogram behind the gold medallist with a total lift of 388kg. His snatch of 176kg set a new Commonwealth Games record, underlining his potential at the elite level.
Despite narrowly missing gold, Lovepreet said his sights are already fixed on the next major target. 'I am feeling very good. I would like to thank Captain Vijay, sir and all the senior players who have guided me. I will definitely win the gold medal in Asian Games,' he said. Notably, this is the second successive Commonwealth Games at which India has set a record in the men's heavyweight category.
Gyaneshwari Eyes Home Gold in 2030
Gyaneshwari Yadav, who returned with a silver medal from Glasgow in the 53kg category, said her family was overjoyed at her achievement. She set her ambitions firmly on the Commonwealth Games 2030, which India is set to host.
'My family is also very happy. They are excited about my return. I will try to win gold in the Commonwealth Games 2030, which will happen in our country,' she said. A home Games would represent a significant opportunity for the next generation of Indian weightlifters to perform in front of a partisan crowd.
India's Weightlifting Campaign in Context
India's eight-medal haul in weightlifting at CWG 2026 continues a strong tradition in the sport, which has historically been one of the country's most reliable sources of Commonwealth Games podium finishes. The contingent's return was marked by scenes reminiscent of past champion homecomings, with supporters lining the airport arrivals hall to cheer the athletes.
With the Asian Games on the horizon and the 2030 Commonwealth Games to be held on Indian soil, the momentum generated in Glasgow is expected to fuel a new phase of preparation for the country's weightlifting programme.
Point of View
But the more telling number is India's six silvers alongside that solitary gold — a pattern that suggests depth is growing but the conversion rate at the top step remains a work in progress. Lovepreet Singh's Commonwealth snatch record while finishing second by one kilogram is precisely the kind of near-miss that defines a programme on the cusp but not yet over the line. With the 2030 Games on home soil, the real pressure will be on the federation to convert these silver performances into gold, in front of an Indian crowd that will expect nothing less.
NationPress
2 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Commonwealth Games golds has Mirabai Chanu won?
Mirabai Chanu has won three consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medals, all in the women's 49kg category. Her latest title came at CWG 2026 in Glasgow, adding to her golds from the 2018 and 2022 editions.
What was Lovepreet Singh's total lift at CWG 2026?
Lovepreet Singh registered a total lift of 388kg in the men's +110kg category, which included a Commonwealth Games record snatch of 176kg. He finished with the silver medal, one kilogram behind the gold medallist.
How many medals did India win in weightlifting at CWG 2026?
India won eight medals in weightlifting at CWG 2026 — one gold, six silver, and one bronze. The contingent was welcomed home at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on 2 August.
Who is Gyaneshwari Yadav and what did she win at CWG 2026?
Gyaneshwari Yadav is an Indian weightlifter competing in the 53kg category. She won a silver medal at CWG 2026 in Glasgow and has expressed her ambition to win gold at the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which India is scheduled to host.
When is the next Commonwealth Games and where will it be held?
The next Commonwealth Games after Glasgow 2026 is scheduled for 2030 and will be hosted by India. Several Indian athletes, including Gyaneshwari Yadav, have already cited the home Games as a key target.
