CWG 2026: Dilip Gavit wins Gold, Mohd Basil claims Silver in Men's T47 100m race
Indian para-athletes Dilip Mahadu Gavit and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakth secured gold and silver medals respectively in the men's T47 100m race at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Gavit set a new Games record with a time of 10.71 seconds, contributing to India's successful medal tally.
Why it matters
This historic 1-2 finish highlights India's growing prominence in international para-athletics and sports performance.
India produced a sensational performance on the track as Dilip Mahadu Gavit stormed to gold while Mohammed Basil Morssinganakth clinched silver in the men's T47 100m at the Commonwealth Games 2026.Dilip delivered a breathtaking finish, producing a blistering burst over the final 30 metres to clock a Games Record of 10.71 seconds and secure the top spot on the podium.Basil also finished strongly, crossing the line in 10.83 seconds…
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