Asmita Dey Clinches Women’s 48kg Judo Gold at Commonwealth Games 2026

Glasgow, July 2026 : India’s Asmita Dey delivered a composed and determined performance to win the women’s 48kg judo gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026, defeating Canada’s Heidi Quach in a closely fought final on Thursday.

Dey prevailed 2-1 in a tense title clash, keeping her composure during the crucial moments to secure the biggest achievement of her Commonwealth Games campaign. The Indian judoka combined tactical intelligence with disciplined defence, ensuring she stayed ahead when the pressure was at its highest.

The victory added another gold medal to India’s growing tally in Glasgow and further highlighted the country’s improving presence on the Commonwealth judo stage. Dey’s performance also underlined the importance of maintaining concentration and executing tactics effectively in high-pressure contests.

The Indian had looked confident throughout the competition, negotiating the earlier rounds with determination before producing her most impressive display in the final. Up against an experienced Quach, Dey refused to be unsettled and waited for the right opportunities to score.

Her ability to remain patient and disciplined proved decisive as she protected her advantage and completed the contest with a narrow 2-1 victory.

The triumph marks a major milestone in Dey’s career and places her among India’s Commonwealth Games gold medallists. It also provided another memorable moment for the Indian contingent competing in Glasgow.

Dey’s success is expected to give further momentum to Indian judo, a discipline that has steadily expanded its presence at major international competitions. Her gold medal could also inspire young judokas across the country to pursue the sport and aim for success on the international stage.

For India, the victory represents not only another medal but also a significant statement of intent from its emerging generation of judo talent.