Asmita Dey Creates History, Wins India’s First Commonwealth Games Judo GoldGlasgow, July 31, 2026: Indian judoka Asmita Dey scripted history at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, winning the gold medal in the women’s 48 kg judo category.Asmita defeated Canada’s Heidi Quach in a closely fought final that went into the Golden Score. After the scores were level at the end of regulation time, the Indian judoka kept her composure and produced the decisive move to secure victory. International Judo Federation +1The triumph marked India’s first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in judo, making Asmita the first Indian judoka to achieve the feat. Olympics +1The 23-year-old athlete from Tripura displayed remarkable determination throughout the competition. Her historic performance has added a golden chapter to Indian judo and is expected to inspire a new generation of athletes.
🥇 Gold: Asmita Dey, India🥋 Event: Women’s -48 kg Judo🏆 Competition: Commonwealth Games 2026📍 Venue: Glasgow, Scotland🇮🇳 Achievement: India’s first Commonwealth Games judo gold
