The Hindu Editorial • August 10, 2026 • Read Original

Podium finish: On India at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

India’s women boxers were the highlight of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

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Podium finish: On India at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

India’s women boxers were the highlight of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

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Sentence 1 of 15

English Original

In the truncated Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, India performed well, exceeding expectations and retaining fourth place behind developed nations such as Australia, England, and Canada, despite a sharp drop in medals from 61 to 39, including 13 gold, 17 silver, and nine bronze.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

In the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, India performed well,

In the shortened Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, India did a good job,

Part 2

exceeding expectations and fourth place

doing better than people thought they would and keeping their fourth position

Part 3

behind developed nations such as Australia, England, and Canada,

finishing just after wealthier countries like Australia, England, and Canada,

Part 4

despite a sharp drop in medals from 61 to 39,

even though the total number of medals they won fell significantly from 61 in the previous games to 39,

Part 5

including 13 gold, 17 silver, and nine bronze.

which consisted of 13 gold medals, 17 silver medals, and 9 bronze medals.

Context and Background

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow were scaled down (truncated) to just 10 sports to reduce costs and meet budget constraints, after Victoria (Australia) withdrew as host. Because of this, several sports where India traditionally wins medals, such as wrestling, cricket, badminton, and hockey, were excluded, making India’s fourth-place finish even more impressive.

Sentence 2 of 15

English Original

The gold rush on the penultimate day, powered by the spectacular performance of the boxers who won seven gold and three silver medals, improved India’s position.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The on the day,

The sudden winning of many gold medals on the second-to-last day of the games,

Part 2

driven by the amazing performance of the boxing team

Part 3

who won seven gold and three silver medals,

who secured seven gold medals and three silver medals,

Part 4

improved India’s position.

helped India climb higher in the overall medal table.

Sentence 3 of 15

English Original

While some weight classes had weaker draws, several categories posed strong challenges.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

While some weight classes had weaker ,

Even though some boxing weight divisions had easier tournament matches and fewer tough opponents,

Part 2

several categories posed strong challenges.

many other weight divisions presented very tough competition.

Sentence 4 of 15

English Original

Propelled by determination and hard work, five women boxers — Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary — and two men, Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal, ensured India’s best-ever showing of 10 medals, three more than that in the last edition.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

by determination and hard work,

Driven forward by strong resolve and intense effort,

Part 2

five women boxers — Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary — and two men, Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal,

the seven Indian boxers, including five women (Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary) and two men (Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal),

Part 3

ensured India’s best-ever showing of 10 medals,

guaranteed that India achieved its highest-ever tally of 10 medals in boxing,

Part 4

three more than that in the last edition.

which was three more medals than the country won in the previous Commonwealth Games.

Context and Background

India

At the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, the Indian boxing squad won 7 medals (3 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze). At Glasgow 2026, the team recorded its best-ever performance with 10 medals, driven by a new generation of boxers, including seven gold medals on the penultimate day.

Sentence 5 of 15

English Original

The women boxers’ fearless approach established them as a force to reckon with.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The women boxers’ fearless approach

The brave and confident attitude of the female boxers

Part 2

established them as a .

made them known as a powerful group that others must take seriously.

Sentence 6 of 15

English Original

India won 16 medals in athletics and para-athletics, with notable contributions from para-athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

India won 16 medals in athletics and para-athletics,

India won a total of 16 medals in track-and-field events and events for athletes with physical disabilities,

Part 2

with contributions from para-athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

with outstanding performances and medal wins by disabled athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

Context and Background

Indian Para-Athletics Champions

At Glasgow 2026, Indian para-athletes made historic achievements: Dilip Gavit won gold in the men’s 100m T47 event; Soman Rana, a landmine blast survivor and Indian Army subedar, won gold in shot put F57; and Sharmila Dhankar made history as the first Indian to win a Commonwealth Games gold in para-athletics (women’s shot put F57).

Sentence 7 of 15

English Original

In world-class fields, the country’s athletes won 10 medals compared to eight in Birmingham 2022.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

In world-class ,

In competitions featuring the best athletes in the world,

Part 2

the country’s athletes won 10 medals

India’s competitors secured 10 medals

Part 3

compared to eight in Birmingham 2022.

as compared to the eight medals they won in the 2022 Birmingham Games.

Sentence 8 of 15

English Original

Neeraj Chopra recovered from injury to take a creditable silver and lead the country to twin-medal glory in javelin along with Yashvir Singh and underlined India’s rising status as a javelin powerhouse.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Neeraj Chopra recovered from injury

Neeraj Chopra got better after being physically hurt

Part 2

to take a silver

to win a respectable silver medal,

Part 3

and lead the country to twin-medal glory in javelin along with Yashvir Singh

and helped India win two medals in the javelin throw event along with Yashvir Singh,

Part 4

and India’s rising status as a javelin .

and highlighted India’s growing reputation as a highly successful nation in the javelin throw.

Context and Background

Javelin Success at Glasgow 2026

At the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, India achieved a double podium finish in the men’s javelin throw. Neeraj Chopra, recovering from a recent injury, secured a silver medal with a throw of 85.83 meters, while fellow Indian Yashvir Singh won the bronze medal with a personal best throw of 85.41 meters in the final round.

Sentence 9 of 15

English Original

Other moments to cherish included triple jumpers Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu’s twin podium finishes, Gulveer Singh becoming the first Indian to medal in 5000m and 10000m, Murali Sreeshankar winning his second straight long jump silver, Tejaswin Shankar claiming the country’s first-ever decathlon medal, and Sarvesh Kushare pocketing a high jump silver.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Other moments to included

Other proud achievements to remember and value were

Part 2

triple jumpers Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu’s twin ,

the double medal-stand finishes of triple jump athletes Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu,

Part 3

Gulveer Singh becoming the first Indian to medal in 5000m and 10000m,

runner Gulveer Singh becoming the first Indian athlete to win medals in both the 5000-meter and 10000-meter races,

Part 4

Murali Sreeshankar winning his second straight long jump silver,

Murali Sreeshankar securing his second consecutive silver medal in the long jump,

Part 5

Tejaswin Shankar claiming the country’s first-ever medal,

Tejaswin Shankar winning India’s first-ever medal in the decathlon event,

Part 6

and Sarvesh Kushare a high jump silver.

and Sarvesh Kushare winning a silver medal in the high jump.

Context and Background

Key Athletics Achievements at Glasgow 2026

India’s track-and-field campaign in Glasgow featured historic milestones: Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu secured a double podium finish in the triple jump; Gulveer Singh became the first Indian runner to win medals in both the 5000m and 10000m events in a single Commonwealth Games; Murali Sreeshankar won his second straight long jump silver; Tejaswin Shankar won a historic decathlon medal; and Sarvesh Kushare took silver in the high jump.

Sentence 10 of 15

English Original

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh sprang a surprise by winning the country’s first gold medals in judo, while Mirabai Chanu lived up to her billing to clinch her third successive gold medal.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh did something unexpected and surprising

Part 2

by winning the country’s first gold medals in judo,

by winning India’s first-ever gold medals in the sport of judo,

Part 3

while Mirabai Chanu

while champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu performed as well as everyone expected her to,

Part 4

to her third gold medal.

to win her third consecutive gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

Context and Background

Historic Gold in Judo and Weightlifting

At Glasgow 2026, Asmita Dey (women’s 48kg) and Harsh Singh (men’s 60kg) won India’s first-ever gold medals in judo at the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, weightlifting legend Mirabai Chanu won gold in the women’s 49kg category, securing her third successive gold medal after previous victories in Gold Coast 2018 and Birmingham 2022.

Sentence 11 of 15

English Original

She led Indian lifters to a significant haul of eight medals.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

She led Indian lifters

Mirabai Chanu led the Indian weightlifting team

Part 2

to a significant of eight medals.

to win an impressive total of eight medals.

Sentence 12 of 15

English Original

The country’s strong show, against an expectation of around 30 medals, helped the contingent leave Glasgow on a high as Ahmedabad prepares to host a bigger Games offering more medals in 2030.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The country’s strong show, against an expectation of around 30 medals,

India’s excellent performance, compared to the prediction of winning only about 30 medals,

Part 2

helped the leave Glasgow

helped the Indian team finish the tournament in Glasgow in a happy and successful state,

Part 3

as Ahmedabad prepares to host a bigger Games offering more medals in 2030.

at a time when the city of Ahmedabad is preparing to host a larger Commonwealth Games with more events and medals in 2030.

Context and Background

Ahmedabad 2030 Commonwealth Games

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, was officially announced in November 2025 as the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will be the centenary (100th anniversary) edition of the event. This marks the second time India will host the Commonwealth Games, after New Delhi in 2010. During the closing ceremony of Glasgow 2026, the Commonwealth Games flag was handed over to Indian representatives.

Sentence 13 of 15

English Original

Indian athletes’ praiseworthy performance in Glasgow has raised hopes for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games next month, where a bigger haul is expected from a wider range of disciplines.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Indian athletes’ performance in Glasgow

The admirable performance of the Indian athletes in Glasgow

Part 2

has raised hopes for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games next month,

has increased people’s expectations for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya next month,

Part 3

where a bigger haul is expected from a wider range of .

where a larger number of medals is expected to be won across a broader variety of sports categories.

Context and Background

Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games

The 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026) are scheduled to be held in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, from September 19 to October 4, 2026. This major multi-sport event will feature a much wider range of sports compared to the Commonwealth Games, including disciplines like kabaddi, wushu, and hockey, where India is a major contender.

Sentence 14 of 15

English Original

While India is capable of securing impressive medal collections at the Commonwealth and Asian Games, it needs to raise its level manifold to be counted among the best globally.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

While India is capable of securing impressive medal collections at the Commonwealth and Asian Games,

Although India is good at winning many medals at the Commonwealth and Asian levels,

Part 2

it needs to raise its level

the country must improve its athletic standards by a large degree

Part 3

to be counted among the best globally.

in order to be recognized as one of the top sporting nations in the world.

Sentence 15 of 15

English Original

Aspiring to host the 2036 Olympics, it must identify priority sports and invest in them to ensure a higher finish, even while waging a perennial war against doping.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Aspiring to host the 2036 Olympics,

With the ambition and goal of hosting the Olympic Games in the year 2036,

Part 2

it must identify priority sports and invest in them

India has to select the key sports where it has the best chance to win and put financial resources into them

Part 3

to ensure a higher finish,

to guarantee that the country finishes in a better position on the final medal table,

Part 4

even while a war against doping.

while at the same time fighting a continuous battle against the illegal use of performance-enhancing drugs by athletes.

Context and Background

India

India has officially expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics (primarily in Ahmedabad). However, the bid faces scrutiny from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) due to India’s high rate of doping violations, with the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) labeling India as an ‘extremely high risk’ nation for doping alongside Russia and Kenya. Addressing this via NADA (National Anti-Doping Agency) is critical.

Sentence 1 of 15

Sentences Breakdown

Editorial Summary

5-Point Summary

1 India finished fourth at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, displaying a strong performance despite a drop in their total medal tally.
2 The boxing contingent was the star of the tournament, with women boxers leading a gold rush on the second-to-last day.
3 Athletes and para-athletes also performed creditably, with notable medal wins in javelin, triple jump, decathlon, and judo.
4 The successful campaign has raised expectations and morale for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
5 To compete with the world’s best and prepare for the 2036 Olympics bid, India must focus on priority sports and eliminate doping.

Tone of the Editorial

analytical

Why this tone?

The editorial evaluates India’s performances at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, highlighting both the successes in boxing and athletics, and the areas needing improvement for future Olympic aspirations.

Sentence 1 of 15

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

In the truncated Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, India performed well,

In the shortened Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, India did a good job,

Part 2

exceeding expectations and retaining fourth place

doing better than people thought they would and keeping their fourth position

Part 3

behind developed nations such as Australia, England, and Canada,

finishing just after wealthier countries like Australia, England, and Canada,

Part 4

despite a sharp drop in medals from 61 to 39,

even though the total number of medals they won fell significantly from 61 in the previous games to 39,

Part 5

including 13 gold, 17 silver, and nine bronze.

which consisted of 13 gold medals, 17 silver medals, and 9 bronze medals.

Sentence 2 of 15

The gold rush on the penultimate day, powered by the spectacular performance of the boxers who won seven gold and three silver medals, improved India’s position.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The gold rush on the penultimate day,

The sudden winning of many gold medals on the second-to-last day of the games,

Part 2

driven by the amazing performance of the boxing team

Part 3

who won seven gold and three silver medals,

who secured seven gold medals and three silver medals,

Part 4

improved India’s position.

helped India climb higher in the overall medal table.

Sentence 3 of 15

While some weight classes had weaker draws, several categories posed strong challenges.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

While some weight classes had weaker draws,

Even though some boxing weight divisions had easier tournament matches and fewer tough opponents,

Part 2

several categories posed strong challenges.

many other weight divisions presented very tough competition.

Sentence 4 of 15

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Propelled by determination and hard work,

Driven forward by strong resolve and intense effort,

Part 2

five women boxers — Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary — and two men, Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal,

the seven Indian boxers, including five women (Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary) and two men (Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal),

Part 3

ensured India’s best-ever showing of 10 medals,

guaranteed that India achieved its highest-ever tally of 10 medals in boxing,

Part 4

three more than that in the last edition.

which was three more medals than the country won in the previous Commonwealth Games.

Sentence 5 of 15

The women boxers’ fearless approach established them as a force to reckon with.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The women boxers’ fearless approach

The brave and confident attitude of the female boxers

Part 2

established them as a force to reckon with.

made them known as a powerful group that others must take seriously.

Sentence 6 of 15

India won 16 medals in athletics and para-athletics, with notable contributions from para-athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

India won 16 medals in athletics and para-athletics,

India won a total of 16 medals in track-and-field events and events for athletes with physical disabilities,

Part 2

with notable contributions from para-athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

with outstanding performances and medal wins by disabled athletes Dilip Gavit, Soman Rana, and Sharmila Dhankar.

Sentence 7 of 15

In world-class fields, the country’s athletes won 10 medals compared to eight in Birmingham 2022.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

In world-class fields,

In competitions featuring the best athletes in the world,

Part 2

the country’s athletes won 10 medals

India’s competitors secured 10 medals

Part 3

compared to eight in Birmingham 2022.

as compared to the eight medals they won in the 2022 Birmingham Games.

Sentence 8 of 15

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Neeraj Chopra recovered from injury

Neeraj Chopra got better after being physically hurt

Part 2

to take a creditable silver

to win a respectable silver medal,

Part 3

and lead the country to twin-medal glory in javelin along with Yashvir Singh

and helped India win two medals in the javelin throw event along with Yashvir Singh,

Part 4

and underlined India’s rising status as a javelin powerhouse.

and highlighted India’s growing reputation as a highly successful nation in the javelin throw.

Sentence 9 of 15

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Other moments to cherish included

Other proud achievements to remember and value were

Part 2

triple jumpers Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu’s twin podium finishes,

the double medal-stand finishes of triple jump athletes Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu,

Part 3

Gulveer Singh becoming the first Indian to medal in 5000m and 10000m,

runner Gulveer Singh becoming the first Indian athlete to win medals in both the 5000-meter and 10000-meter races,

Part 4

Murali Sreeshankar winning his second straight long jump silver,

Murali Sreeshankar securing his second consecutive silver medal in the long jump,

Part 5

Tejaswin Shankar claiming the country’s first-ever decathlon medal,

Tejaswin Shankar winning India’s first-ever medal in the decathlon event,

Part 6

and Sarvesh Kushare pocketing a high jump silver.

and Sarvesh Kushare winning a silver medal in the high jump.

Sentence 10 of 15

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh sprang a surprise by winning the country’s first gold medals in judo, while Mirabai Chanu lived up to her billing to clinch her third successive gold medal.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh sprang a surprise

Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh did something unexpected and surprising

Part 2

by winning the country’s first gold medals in judo,

by winning India’s first-ever gold medals in the sport of judo,

Part 3

while Mirabai Chanu lived up to her billing

while champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu performed as well as everyone expected her to,

Part 4

to clinch her third successive gold medal.

to win her third consecutive gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

Sentence 11 of 15

She led Indian lifters to a significant haul of eight medals.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

She led Indian lifters

Mirabai Chanu led the Indian weightlifting team

Part 2

to a significant haul of eight medals.

to win an impressive total of eight medals.

Sentence 12 of 15

The country’s strong show, against an expectation of around 30 medals, helped the contingent leave Glasgow on a high as Ahmedabad prepares to host a bigger Games offering more medals in 2030.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

The country’s strong show, against an expectation of around 30 medals,

India’s excellent performance, compared to the prediction of winning only about 30 medals,

Part 2

helped the contingent leave Glasgow on a high

helped the Indian team finish the tournament in Glasgow in a happy and successful state,

Part 3

as Ahmedabad prepares to host a bigger Games offering more medals in 2030.

at a time when the city of Ahmedabad is preparing to host a larger Commonwealth Games with more events and medals in 2030.

Sentence 13 of 15

Indian athletes’ praiseworthy performance in Glasgow has raised hopes for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games next month, where a bigger haul is expected from a wider range of disciplines.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Indian athletes’ praiseworthy performance in Glasgow

The admirable performance of the Indian athletes in Glasgow

Part 2

has raised hopes for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games next month,

has increased people’s expectations for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya next month,

Part 3

where a bigger haul is expected from a wider range of disciplines.

where a larger number of medals is expected to be won across a broader variety of sports categories.

Sentence 14 of 15

While India is capable of securing impressive medal collections at the Commonwealth and Asian Games, it needs to raise its level manifold to be counted among the best globally.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

While India is capable of securing impressive medal collections at the Commonwealth and Asian Games,

Although India is good at winning many medals at the Commonwealth and Asian levels,

Part 2

it needs to raise its level manifold

the country must improve its athletic standards by a large degree

Part 3

to be counted among the best globally.

in order to be recognized as one of the top sporting nations in the world.

Sentence 15 of 15

Aspiring to host the 2036 Olympics, it must identify priority sports and invest in them to ensure a higher finish, even while waging a perennial war against doping.

Sentence Breakdown

Part 1

Aspiring to host the 2036 Olympics,

With the ambition and goal of hosting the Olympic Games in the year 2036,

Part 2

it must identify priority sports and invest in them

India has to select the key sports where it has the best chance to win and put financial resources into them

Part 3

to ensure a higher finish,

to guarantee that the country finishes in a better position on the final medal table,

Part 4

even while waging a perennial war against doping.

while at the same time fighting a continuous battle against the illegal use of performance-enhancing drugs by athletes.

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