India celebrated a landmark moment at the 2026 Commonwealth Games as Dilip Mahadu Gavit clinched the gold medal in the Men’s 100m T47 with a new Games record, while Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi secured the silver medal, completing a historic Indian one-two finish.
The remarkable performance highlighted India’s growing dominance in para athletics and added another golden chapter to the country’s campaign at the Games.
Dilip Mahadu Gavit delivered a sensational sprint to cross the finish line in 10.71 seconds, setting a new Commonwealth Games record in the Men’s 100m T47 event.
Medal Winners
🥇 Gold: Dilip Mahadu Gavit (India) – 10.71 seconds (Games Record)
🥈 Silver: Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi (India) – 10.83 seconds (Season Best)
🥉 Bronze: Kevin Santos (England) – 10.85 seconds
Australia’s Jaydon Page finished fourth with a time of 10.97 seconds.
The race marked one of India’s finest achievements in Commonwealth Games para athletics, with both Indian sprinters finishing first and second in a highly competitive field.
The result showcased the country’s increasing depth in para sprint events and reflected years of investment in athlete development and training.
The double podium finish strengthened India’s overall performance at the Commonwealth Games.
Following the event, India’s medal tally stood at:
- 🥇 Gold: 3
- 🥈 Silver: 9
- 🥉 Bronze: 3
Total Medals: 15
The performance further enhanced India’s position in the Games and demonstrated continued success across para sporting disciplines.
Dilip Mahadu Gavit’s success is a story of resilience and determination.
Hailing from Toran Dongari village near Nashik, Maharashtra, Gavit was born into a farming family.
As a young child, he suffered a serious injury to his right arm after falling from a tree. Due to delayed medical treatment, the injury developed into gangrene, leading to the amputation of his arm below the elbow.
Despite the setback, he pursued athletics with determination, initially training on village roads before being identified by coach Vaijnath Kale, who helped him transition into professional para athletics.
Gavit has consistently performed at major international competitions.
His notable achievements include:
- 🥇 Gold medal in the Men’s 400m T47 at the 2022 Asian Para Games.
- Securing India’s 100th medal at the 2022 Asian Para Games.
- Reaching the final of the Men’s 400m T47 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
- Winning Commonwealth Games gold in the Men’s 100m T47 with a Games record in 2026.
The latest victory further establishes him as one of India’s leading para-athletes.
India’s historic one-two finish in the Men’s 100m T47 reflects the country’s growing strength in para athletics and highlights the achievements of athletes who have overcome significant challenges to excel on the international stage. Such performances inspire aspiring sportspersons while reinforcing India’s reputation as an emerging force in para sports.
