Historic Day for India: Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver, Yashvir Singh Takes Bronze

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra added another international medal to his illustrious career by winning the silver medal in the men's javelin throw at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Chopra registered a best throw of 85.83 metres, finishing second behind Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage, who claimed the gold medal with an impressive 89.75 metres.

The event became even more memorable for India as Yashvir Singh produced a brilliant final throw of 85.41 metres to secure the bronze medal, giving India a historic double podium finish in the men's javelin event. It is one of India's finest achievements in athletics at the Commonwealth Games and reflects the country's growing depth in the sport.

After the event, Neeraj Chopra said that sharing the podium with a fellow Indian athlete made the silver medal even more special. He praised Yashvir Singh's outstanding performance and described the moment as a proud occasion for Indian athletics.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeraj Chopra and other Indian medal winners, praising their dedication and saying their achievements continue to inspire the nation.

The double podium finish has significantly boosted India's athletics campaign at the Commonwealth Games and reinforced the country's reputation as a rising force in javelin throw. With more medal events still to come, Indian fans will hope the contingent continues its impressive run and adds more glory to the nation's medal tally.