Mirabai Chanu Lifts India to Gold: Record-Breaking Hat-trick at Glasgow Games

India's weightlifting superstar, Mirabai Chanu, has once again etched her name in history, securing India's first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. She achieved a remarkable 'golden hat-trick' on Sunday, July 26, dominating the women's 48kg weightlifting event with a record-breaking total lift of 190kg, setting new Games records in the Snatch, Clean and Jerk, and overall total categories. This victory marks Chanu's third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold, building on her triumphs in 2018 and 2022, and adding to her impressive career which includes a silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Her commanding performance saw her finish a massive 22kg ahead of the silver medalist, highlighting her unchallenged dominance in the category. Beyond Chanu's heroics, Indian weightlifters are shining bright in Glasgow; Rishikanta Singh and Muthupandi Raja secured silver medals in their respective men's categories, while Jhandu Kumar added a bronze in para powerlifting, pushing India's early medal count to four. With the Commonwealth Games 2026 set to continue until August 2, India's strong start in weightlifting sets an exciting tone for the rest of the competition. Eyes will be on other Indian athletes across various disciplines to build on this early momentum, as the nation looks to improve its overall medal tally. Chanu's inspiring win not only brings national pride but also serves as a powerful reminder of her enduring legacy in global weightlifting.