India Aims for Glory on Final Day of Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow
Final Day of Competition
The Commonwealth Games 2026 is set to wrap up in Glasgow this Sunday, with India gearing up to participate in judo and track cycling events on the concluding day.
As the Games approach their finale, India boasts an impressive medal tally of 39, which includes 13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze medals, despite a scaled-back sports program.
Key Athletes to Watch
According to ESPN's schedule, Indian athletes Dinesh Kumar, Harshveer Singh Sekhon, Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam, and Lisha Das will compete in cycling, while judokas Ishroop Narang, Avtar Singh, and Yash Ghanghas aim to enhance India's medal count.
In judo, Ishroop Narang will participate in the women's -78kg elimination round, while Avtar Singh competes in the men's -100kg category. Yash Ghanghas will take on the men's +100kg category, with hopes of advancing through the elimination rounds, leading to semifinals later in the evening.
Track Cycling Events
In track cycling, Dinesh Kumar and Harshveer Singh Sekhon will race in the men's 40km points race, while Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam will compete in the men's 1000m time trial final. Lisha Das will represent India in the women's C4-C5 1000m time trial final in para cycling.
Should Dinesh Kumar and Harshveer Singh Sekhon qualify from the opening round, they may also participate in the final of the men's 40km points race.
India's Schedule for August 2
Here’s a breakdown of India's schedule for August 2, according to ESPN:
Track Cycling
Dinesh Kumar and Harshveer Singh Sekhon will compete in the men's 40km Points Race First Round.
Judo
Ishroop Narang will face Scotland's Nicole Wood in the women's -78kg Round of 16.
Avtar Singh will take on Cyprus' Aristos Michael in the men's -100kg Round of 16.
Yash Ghanghas will compete in the men's +100kg Round of 16.
If successful, the judokas will progress to the next rounds, with semifinals scheduled for later in the evening.
Cycling Medal Events
Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam will compete in the men's 1000m Time Trial final, a medal event.
Lisha Das will feature in the women's C4-C5 1000m Time Trial final, also a medal event.
Dinesh Kumar and Harshveer Singh Sekhon will compete in the men's 40km Points Race final if they qualify.