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Nauru’s Incredible Commonwealth Games Journey: How the Tiny Island Became a Weightlifting Powerhouse
With a population of just 12,000, Nauru has become the Commonwealth Games' most successful nation per capita, winning 34 medals exclusively in weightlifting through decades of remarkable sporting excellence.
Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze at Commonwealth Games 2026, Extends India’s Weightlifting Medal Streak
Bindyarani Devi secured the bronze medal in the women's 58kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026, helping India continue its impressive medal-winning run in Glasgow.
Mirabai Chanu Creates Commonwealth Games History with Record Third Gold for India
Mirabai Chanu became the first woman to win three Commonwealth Games weightlifting gold medals, further cementing her status as India's greatest weightlifter with another historic performance in Glasgow.
Mirabai Chanu Wins Historic Third Straight Commonwealth Games Gold, Gives India First Gold at CWG 2026
Olympic silver medallist Mirabai Chanu once again proved why she is India's greatest modern weightlifter, clinching a record-breaking third straight Commonwealth Games gold in the women's 48kg event at Glasgow 2026.
Rishikanta Singh’s Inspiring Journey from ₹200-a-Day Labourer to Commonwealth Games 2026 Silver Medal
Indian weightlifter Rishikanta Singh overcame financial hardship, career uncertainty, and years of sacrifice to win a historic silver medal in the men's 60kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Rishikanta Singh Wins India’s First Commonwealth Games 2026 Silver Medal with Historic Weightlifting Performance
Rishikanta Singh claimed India's first silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after setting a new snatch record in the men's 60kg weightlifting competition with a historic performance.