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CWG 2026: Dilip Mahadu Gavit wins gold with Games record as India seals historic 1-2 in Men’s 100m T

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Dilip Gavit Wins Gold with Games Record as India Secures Historic 1-2 in Para 100m

By IANS News July 30, 2026 • 08:16 AM View: 171

India scripted a memorable finish in the para athletics competition at the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Dilip Mahadu Gavit clinched the gold medal with a Games Record in the men’s 100m T47, while compatriot Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi secured the silver medal to complete a dominant Indian one-two.

Gavit clocked 10.71 seconds, producing a blistering run to shatter the previous Games record and stand atop the podium. Basil followed closely with a season-best 10.83 seconds, ensuring India celebrated both the gold and silver medals in one of the fastest races of the competition.

TAGS Dilip Mahadu Gavit Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi Commonwealth Games 2026 India Para Athletics Men's 100m T47 Games Record India Medal Tally

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