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Indian Weightlifter Chanu Clinches Commonwealth Games Gold with Record-Breaking 190kg Total
✍️ Times of India
🗓 27 Jul 2026, 06:23 AM
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At the Commonwealth Games, 31‑year‑old Indian weightlifter Chanu from Manipur lifted 85 kg in the snatch and 105 kg in the clean and jerk, setting new Commonwealth and Games records and securing gold.
In a stunning display at the Commonwealth Games, 31‑year‑old Indian weightlifter Chanu lifted a total of 190 kg, clinching the gold medal in the women’s 59‑kg category.
Chanu’s performance included an 85 kg snatch and a 105 kg clean and jerk, both of which surpassed existing Commonwealth and Games records.
She revealed that she had to forgo food and water for three days in preparation for the event, a sacrifice that paid off with the historic victory.
The achievement marks a significant milestone for India’s weightlifting program and positions Chanu as a leading contender for future international competitions.
Chanu’s performance included an 85 kg snatch and a 105 kg clean and jerk, both of which surpassed existing Commonwealth and Games records.
She revealed that she had to forgo food and water for three days in preparation for the event, a sacrifice that paid off with the historic victory.
The achievement marks a significant milestone for India’s weightlifting program and positions Chanu as a leading contender for future international competitions.