Asmita Dey Triumphs with Gold in Women's Judo at Commonwealth Games

India's Asmita Dey made headlines by winning the gold medal in the women's 48kg judo event at the Commonwealth Games. After a challenging start, she displayed remarkable resilience to come back and defeat Canada's Heidi Quach in a dramatic golden score match. This victory not only highlights her skill but also marks a significant achievement for Indian judo on an international stage. Read on to discover how Asmita turned the tide in her favor and secured a memorable win for her country.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 31, 2026, 21:45 IST

Dramatic Victory for Asmita Dey

In a thrilling showdown at the Commonwealth Games, India's Asmita Dey showcased her determination by securing the gold medal in the women's 48kg judo category. She triumphed over Canada's Heidi Quach in a nail-biting golden score match on Friday.

The 23-year-old athlete from Tripura faced an uphill battle early in the final, falling behind after conceding a yuko and receiving a penalty, which allowed Quach to gain the upper hand.

However, Asmita quickly turned the tide, intensifying her attacks and equalizing the score at 1-1 shortly after the halfway mark of the four-minute bout.

Despite both competitors engaging in fierce exchanges, neither could secure a winning score during the regulation time, leading to a Golden Score period where the first point scored would determine the champion.

Remaining calm under pressure, Asmita executed a crucial attack in the sudden-death overtime, earning another yuko to clinch a memorable victory and secure the gold medal for India.

This victory highlighted Asmita's impressive journey, demonstrating her resilience as she overcame an early setback to outmaneuver her Canadian rival in a captivating final.