Karthik Budigina, Ali Iman at CWG 2026 Live Streaming Online and Free TV Telecast Details of Men's Para Swimming 50m Freestyle S13 Final in IST
India's Karthik Budigina and Maldives' Ali Iman are set to compete in the highly anticipated Men's 50m Freestyle S13 Final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 tonight, July 28, in Glasgow. Both para swimmers successfully qualified for the medal event at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre, which is scheduled for 11:37 PM IST.
The Tollcross International Swimming Centre is buzzing with anticipation as two of the Commonwealth's promising para swimmers, India's Karthik Budigina and Maldives' Ali Iman, prepare to challenge for medals in the Men's 50m Freestyle S13 Final at the Commonwealth Games 2026. The final, a highlight of Day 6, is scheduled for a late evening dive today, July 28, 2026, at 11:37 PM IST. Sharmila Dhankar: From Domestic Abuse Survivor to India's First CWG Para-Athletics Gold Medalist.
Both athletes successfully navigated their preliminary heats earlier today, securing their spots in the medal race. Eighteen-year-old Karthik Budigina, a rising star for India, showcased strong form by finishing sixth in his heat, ensuring a comfortable passage to the final. Ali Iman, representing the Maldives, also advanced, finishing eighth in his respective heat.
Road to the Final
Karthik Budigina's journey to this final has been marked by rapid progress since transitioning to para-swimming from rowing during the COVID-19 pandemic. His versatility across multiple strokes has earned him significant accolades, including three gold and three silver medals at the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games. While he narrowly missed a medal, finishing fourth in the Men's 100m Freestyle S13 final earlier in these Games, his focus now shifts to the shorter sprint, where his powerful surge could be a decisive factor.
Ali Iman, a Commonwealth Games debutant, also previously competed in the 100m Freestyle S13 final, where he finished seventh. His participation in both the 100m and 50m freestyle events underscores his dedication and commitment on the international stage. Iman also holds national records for the Maldives in other freestyle and backstroke events.
Event Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Commonwealth Games 2026 |
| Stage | Men's 50m Freestyle S13 Final |
| Date | Tuesday, July 28, 2026 |
| Start Time (IST) | 11:37 PM IST |
| Venue | Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Glasgow, Scotland |
Where to Watch
Fans across the globe can tune in to catch the thrilling final:
- India: Live on Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports Ten 2, Sony Sports Ten 2 HD, Sony Sports Ten 3 Hindi, Sony Sports Ten 4), DD Sports (DD Free Dish), and streaming on SonyLIV.
- United Kingdom: Live on TNT Sports (TV) and HBO Max (streaming). Daily highlights are available on Channel 5. Welsh and Gaelic language coverage is offered via S4C and BBC Alba on BBC iPlayer.
- USA: Live on beIN Sports (TV) and beIN Sports Connect (streaming).
- Australia: Live and free-to-air on Channel 7, 7mate (TV), and streaming on 7Plus.
As the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continue to deliver compelling sporting action, all eyes will be on Budigina and Iman as they represent their nations and vie for a place on the podium in what promises to be an exhilarating race.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 28, 2026 10:30 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
