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Mirabai Chanu Reflects on Emotional Glasgow Gold Amid Years of Setbacks
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 06:35 AM
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Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu reminisces about the emotional moment she won gold in Glasgow, highlighting the challenges she faced over the years.
Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has spoken about the emotional experience of winning the gold medal in Glasgow, a victory that came after a series of setbacks in her career.
The 27‑year‑old lifted a total of 210 kg in the 49‑kg category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, securing India's first gold in that event. The win was a significant milestone for Chanu, who had struggled with injuries and a dip in form in the years leading up to the Games.
In her reflection, Chanu highlighted the emotional weight of the moment, describing the feeling of triumph after months of hard training and recovery. She also acknowledged the support of her coaches and family, who helped her navigate the challenges that had plagued her earlier.
The gold medal not only added to India's medal tally but also served as a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes across the country, demonstrating resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
The 27‑year‑old lifted a total of 210 kg in the 49‑kg category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, securing India's first gold in that event. The win was a significant milestone for Chanu, who had struggled with injuries and a dip in form in the years leading up to the Games.
In her reflection, Chanu highlighted the emotional weight of the moment, describing the feeling of triumph after months of hard training and recovery. She also acknowledged the support of her coaches and family, who helped her navigate the challenges that had plagued her earlier.
The gold medal not only added to India's medal tally but also served as a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes across the country, demonstrating resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.