CWG 2026: How Gulveer Singh scripted history in 10,000m
Indian runner Gulveer Singh made history by winning a silver medal in the men's 10,000m event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Despite challenging weather conditions, he executed a tactical race to secure the first-ever medal for an Indian man in this event.
Why it matters
This achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian athletics on the international stage, showcasing the country's growing competitiveness in long-distance running.
While much of the spotlight was on India assuring itself of medals in the boxing ring at the Commonwealth Games here in Glasgow, a few kilometres away at the Scotstoun Stadium, a middle-distance runner from India was quietly scripting history.
In challenging track conditions with heavy rain and sun making frequent appearances, Gulveer Singh won the silver medal in the men’s 10,000m at the Glasgow Games on Tuesday to become the first Indian man to win a medal in the event in the Games history in a time of 27:49.78. Ky Robinson of Australia won the gold in a time of 27:48.93 while David Mullarkey of Isle of Man bagged bronze in 27:50.28s.
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