Commonwealth Games
Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 9: Neeraj Chopra wins javelin silver, 10 boxers reach finals - Highlights
Follow for all the highlights from Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Neeraj Chopra, Indian boxers, judokas and Tejaswin Shankar compete in Glasgow.
After another successful outing that saw Lovepreet Singh and Seema Kaliramna add silver and bronze, respectively, to India's medal tally, the country's athletes return for a crucial Day 9 at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
On Friday, India scripted history in the men's javelin throw at the 2026 Commonwealth Games as Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh clinched silver and bronze respectively, securing the country's first-ever double podium in the event.
Meanwhile, Tejaswin Shankar bagged his first-ever Decathlon medal for India, winning a bronze medal despite struggling with an injury before the start of his event.
On the other hand, Asmita Dey (Women's 48Kg) and Harsh Singh (Men's 60Kg) became the first-ever Indian judokas to win a CWG gold medal. Yamini Mourya (57Kg) won the silver medal.
In addition, all ten Indian semi-finalists in boxing won their respective bouts and will fight for Gold on Saturday.
As it happened:
Live Updates
- 1 Aug 2026 1:04 AM IST
Boxing, Men's 60kg SF: Sachin wins Round 2
A similar script in the second round. This time, Sachin has looked even more comfortable with his moves.
That only means, he will surely have a clear advantage heading into the final round.
He, indeed, does. Sachin wins Round 2 unanimously as well.
- 1 Aug 2026 1:03 AM IST
Athletics, Men's Javelin Throw Final: Neeraj makes a massive improvement with an 85.83m throw on his second attempt
A new season best of 85.83m from Neeraj in his second attempt. He knew he hit something good right after the release as he turned back and roared even before the javelin landed.
He is now in the lead in the field.
- 1 Aug 2026 1:00 AM IST
Athletics, Men's Javelin Throw Final: Yashvir Singh lands his first valid throw at 78.55m
Yashvir jumps to third place, replacing Rohit Yadav with his attempt of 78.55m on his second throw.
- 1 Aug 2026 1:00 AM IST
Boxing, Men's 60kg SF: Sachin wins Round 1
An aggressive start from Harris-Allan as he rushes onto Sachin. The Indian blunts the attack, but he has to be careful.
The Welsh pugilist has landed a couple of blows already and the Indian looking to rely on the counter isn't looking very comfortable.
Some good blows exchanged between the two boxers as the clock winds down. Has the Indian done enough to get the nod from the judges?
He has! He wins the first round 5-0.
- 1 Aug 2026 12:57 AM IST
Athletics, Men's Javelin Throw Final: Rohit Yadav starts with 77.57m mark; currently in third palce
Everyone is struggling with their run, and five of the 10 athletes had a foul in their first attempt, including India's Yashvir Singh.
Meanwhile, Rohit Yadav hit the mark on his first attempt and is currently in third place behind Neeraj Chopra, while England's Ben East lead the tally with 81.12m.
- 1 Aug 2026 12:56 AM IST
Boxing, Men's 60kg SF: Sachin Siwach is ring side!
Sachin Siwach strides out to the ring as Lovlina Borgohain walks out.
Sachin is up against Owain Harris-Allan of Wales in the men's 60kg semi-finals.
- 1 Aug 2026 12:53 AM IST
Boxing, Women's 75kg SF: Lovlina WINSSS!
Lovlina continues to press in the early phase of the second round. She can chose to stay back, but she isn't.
Taafaki is no match to the Indian's build and superior technique and paints a sorry picture in the ring for now.
As the clock keeps ticking down, Lovlina puts her aggression back in the bag. She's happy to run the clock down. She knows she has this bout in her kitty.
It is the usual for India now. Lovlina Borgohain is also through to the final, winning her first bout in Glasgow. Make it 8/8 wins in the semi-finals!
- 1 Aug 2026 12:50 AM IST
Athletics, Men's Javelin Throw Final: Neeraj Chopra starts with 80.97m; currently in 2nd place
Neeraj finally breached the 80m mark in Glasgow, registering an 80.97m throw on his very first attempt.
- 1 Aug 2026 12:48 AM IST
Boxing, Women's 75kg SF: Lovlina wins Round 2
Lovlina Borgohain continues to impose herself over Taafaki, who's doing well to not get bogged down by the Indian.
Lovlina has done quite a bit of damage in that round and not taken much in return.
The Olympic bronze medallist from Tokyo takes Round 2 unanimously as well.
