Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:40am on 01 Aug 2026,Saturday Sports
India's Tejaswin Shankar created history by winning the men's high jump gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Indian to claim the title in the event. Battling back from a serious knee injury that threatened his career, Shankar delivered a composed and determined performance to secure the top podium finish. His victory marks a major milestone for Indian athletics and highlights his resilience after months of rehabilitation. The gold medal adds to India's impressive athletics campaign in Glasgow and reinforces Shankar's status as one of the country's most accomplished field athletes. (PC: X)
