Mirabai completes hattrick of golds at Commonwealth Games
Mirabai Chanu secured her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in the women's 48kg weightlifting category. Despite a shaky start, she set new Commonwealth and Games records in snatch, clean and jerk, and total lift.
Why it matters
Mirabai Chanu's consistent performance reinforces her status as a global icon in Indian sports and highlights her preparation for upcoming international competitions.
Mirabai Chanu reminded the world why she remains the undisputed queen of Indian weightlifting, delivering a performance worthy of a champion as she clinched her third successive Commonwealth Games gold medal in the women’s 48kg category on Sunday (July 26, 2026).
The result was never really in doubt; the only question was how far Mirabai would push the limits. And the Manipuri superstar answered in emphatic style, rewriting the record books with a stunning display of strength and composure.
The 31-year-old shattered the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Games records in the snatch, while also setting new CWG marks in clean and jerk and total.
She lifted a commanding 190kg, with a best effort of 85kg in snatch and 105kg in clean and jerk.
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