Indian javelin throw stars created history at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as Neeraj Chopra clinched the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw final, while his compatriot Yashvir Singh secured the bronze medal with a personal best performance.
The much-awaited javelin final, held on Friday night (July 31, 2026), witnessed a memorable outing for India as both athletes finished on the podium, marking a historic double medal achievement for the country at the Commonwealth Games.
Neeraj produced a season-best throw of 85.83 metres to claim the silver medal. The Olympic champion once again showcased his consistency and class on the international stage, adding another prestigious medal to his already impressive career.
This was Neeraj’s second Commonwealth Games medal. After winning the gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, the star athlete continued his strong run by securing silver in Glasgow. His performance further strengthened his position as one of the greatest javelin throwers in Indian sporting history.
Joining Neeraj on the podium was Yashvir Singh, who delivered a career-best performance to win the bronze medal. His personal best throw added another proud moment for Indian athletics and highlighted the growing strength of the country’s javelin talent.
The achievement comes as a major boost for Indian athletics, which has seen remarkable growth in recent years. Neeraj’s success has inspired a new generation of athletes, and Yashvir’s breakthrough performance showed the depth of talent emerging from India.
Fans across the country celebrated the historic podium finish, praising both athletes for bringing glory to India on the Commonwealth stage. With more international competitions ahead, Neeraj Chopra and India’s rising javelin stars continue to carry the hopes of millions of sports lovers.
