Sharmila Dhankar Wins CWG 2026 Shot Put Gold

Sharmila Dhankar won the gold medal in the women’s F57 shot put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow on 27 July 2026. She recorded a season-best throw of 9.81 metres. Her victory ended India’s 20-year wait for a para athletics medal at the Commonwealth Games, with India’s previous medal in this category dating to 2006.

Women’s F57 Shot Put

The F57 class in para athletics includes athletes with lower limb impairments, limb deficiencies, or reduced muscle power. The event is part of field athletics and uses a seated throwing frame for athletes in the F57 category.

Indian Double Podium Finish

Shilpa K Shyla won the bronze medal in the same event after Nigeria’s Eucharia Iyiazi was disqualified following an official review. This was India’s first double podium finish in a para athletics event at the Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Context

India collected six medals on Day 5 of CWG 2026 across para athletics, weightlifting, and athletics. By 28 July 2026, India’s medal tally stood at 10, with two gold, five silver, and three bronze medals.

Important Facts for Exams

• The Commonwealth Games are a multi-sport event for athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations.
• Para athletics includes track and field events for athletes with physical impairments.
• The F57 classification is used in throwing events such as shot put, discus throw, and javelin throw.
• Glasgow has hosted major international sporting events, including the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

Official Recognition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated Sharmila Dhankar on 28 July 2026. India’s performance in para athletics at CWG 2026 included a gold medal and a bronze medal in the women’s F57 shot put event.