Mirabai Chanu Lifts 85kg To Set New Commonwealth Games Snatch Record at CWG 2026 (Watch Video)
Mirabai Chanu has shattered the Commonwealth Games snatch record, lifting an impressive 85kg to clinch India's first gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The 31-year-old weightlifting sensation secured her third consecutive CWG gold in the women's 48kg category, with a total lift of 190kg.
Reigning Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu delivered a commanding performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow today, July 26, 2026, securing India's first gold medal and setting a new Games record in the women's 48kg snatch category. The 31-year-old weightlifting star lifted an impressive 85kg in the snatch, captivating audiences and once again showcasing her unparalleled prowess on the international stage. Mirabai Chanu Wins Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Women's 48kg Weightlifting.
Mirabai Chanu Sets New Games Record
Chanu's journey to gold in the 48kg category was marked by characteristic determination. She began with an unsuccessful attempt at 82kg but quickly recovered, successfully clearing the same weight in her second lift. It was in her final snatch attempt that Chanu truly shone, effortlessly hoisting 85kg to establish a formidable new Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth record in the snatch discipline.
Continuing her dominant run, Chanu followed up her record-breaking snatch with a successful 105kg lift in the clean and jerk. This outstanding combined effort resulted in a total lift of 190kg, securing her the top spot on the podium. This victory marks Mirabai Chanu's third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal, adding to her triumphs in 2018 and 2022, further solidifying her legacy in the sport.
India's Strong Start in Weightlifting
Chanu's gold medal provides a monumental boost to India's medal tally at the Glasgow Games. Her performance sets a high standard for the Indian contingent as the competition unfolds. In other weightlifting action earlier in the day, Indian lifter Chanambam Rishikanta Singh also made a significant impact, securing a silver medal in the men's event with a combined total of 264kg (121kg snatch + 143kg clean and jerk). Rishikanta had initially broken the Commonwealth Games snatch record with his 121kg lift, a record that was later matched by Malaysia's Mohamad Aniq Kasdan, who ultimately claimed gold with a new Games record total of 273kg. Rishikanta Singh Wins Silver Medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Men's 60kg Weightlifting.
Mirabai Chanu’s record-breaking performance has set an electrifying tone for India at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. With her third consecutive gold medal, she has not only delivered a moment of immense national pride but also reaffirmed her status as one of the greatest weightlifters in Commonwealth history. The Games continue to promise more thrilling moments as athletes vie for glory in Scotland.
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