India Secures Fourth Place At Commonwealth Games 2026: Meet The Women Behind The Nation's Golden Triumph

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oi-Riny John

By Riny John

Monday, August 3, 2026, 15:04

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow belonged to India's women. While the country finished fourth on the medals table with 39 medals, it was the female athletes who powered India's campaign by winning 8 of the 13 gold medals. From weightlifting and judo to para athletics and boxing, these champions delivered unforgettable performances that showcased skill, resilience and determination. Here are the women who led India's golden charge in Glasgow.

Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting)

Event

Women's 48kg Weightlifting

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Won India's first gold medal of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
• Produced a Games-record performance in the women's 48kg category.
• Became the first Indian weightlifter to win three consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medals (2018, 2022 and 2026).
• Continued to cement her legacy as one of India's greatest weightlifters.

Asmita Dey (Judo)

Event

Women's Judo

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Won India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in judo.
• Created history by achieving a milestone for Indian judo on the international stage.
• Her victory highlighted the growing strength of Indian athletes in emerging sports.

Sharmila Dhankar (Para Athletics)

Event

Women's Shot Put F57

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Created history by becoming India's first para-athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal.
• Her victory marked an important milestone for Indian para sports.
• Her inspiring journey showcased resilience and determination while bringing greater recognition to para athletics in India.

Sakshi Chaudhary (Boxing)

Event

Women's 51kg Boxing

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Won gold in the women's 51kg category.
• Played a key role in India's dominant boxing campaign.
• Helped establish India as one of the strongest nations in women's boxing at the Games.

Preeti Pawar (Boxing)

Event

Women's 54kg Boxing

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Clinched gold in the women's 54kg category.
• Continued India's remarkable run of success in women's boxing.
• Demonstrated composure and consistency throughout the competition.

Jaismine Lamboria (Boxing)

Event

Women's 57kg Boxing

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Won gold in the women's 57kg category.
• Delivered impressive performances to strengthen India's boxing dominance.
• Added another gold to India's outstanding medal haul in the sport.

Priya Ghanghas (Boxing)

Event

Women's 60kg Boxing

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Secured gold in the women's 60kg category.
• Played an important role in India's successful boxing campaign.
• Showcased India's depth of talent across multiple weight divisions.

Arundhati Choudhary (Boxing)

Event

Women's 70kg Boxing

Medal

Gold

Why She Stood Out

• Won gold despite reportedly competing with a high fever.
• Became one of India's most inspiring performers at the Games.
• Known for her trademark smile in the ring, which she has said helps her stay calm while putting pressure on her opponents.

India's Golden Women Created History

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will be remembered as a defining chapter for Indian women's sport. Whether it was Mirabai Chanu extending her legendary legacy, Asmita Dey scripting history in judo, Sharmila Dhankar breaking barriers in para athletics or India's women boxers dominating the ring, each athlete made a lasting impact. Together, these eight champions didn't just win gold medals-they inspired millions and showed that the future of Indian sport is brighter than ever.