Modi praises India’s first-ever judo double gold at 2026 Commonwealth Games
India recorded a landmark result in judo at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as Harsh Singh and Asmita Dey each won their gold-medal finals, lifting the country's overall haul to 19. The twin victories were hailed by Modi.
The two golds came on a day that delivered a significant moment for Indian judo at the Glasgow Games. Harsh Singh prevailed in the men's 60kg final, while Asmita Dey emerged victorious in her title match after a Golden Score period. Together their successes produced India’s first-ever double judo gold at a single Commonwealth Games and added to the nation's broader medal tally.
Harsh Singh secured the top podium spot in the men's 60kg division with a win over Australia's Joshua Katz. The result concluded his run through the judo bracket at the Commonwealth Games and contributed one of the two golds India celebrated on the day. His victory was a key element of the historic double-gold achievement for the Indian judo contingent.
Asmita Dey captured the other gold, defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in Golden Score to claim her title. The outcome came after an extended tiebreaking phase, concluding in Dey’s favour and sealing the second top-place finish for India in judo at Glasgow. Her win complemented Harsh Singh's success and underscored the depth of Indian performance in the sport at these Games.
The pair’s results represent a first for India at a single edition of the Commonwealth Games in the sport of judo, marking a milestone for the national programme. Combined, the two gold medals lifted India's medal count to 19 at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Modi hailed the achievement, recognising the importance of the twin triumphs for Indian sport.
The double-gold day in Glasgow will stand out in India’s Commonwealth Games history, both for the individual winners and for the broader significance to judo in the country. The additions to the medal table ensure India heads into the remainder of the competition with strengthened momentum.