Dilip Mahadu Gavit won the gold medal in the men's 100m T47 final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on July 29, 2026 [4].

This result marks the first time India has won a para-athletics medal in the 100m event. The performance established a historic one-two finish for the nation in a single sprint final.

Gavit secured the top spot with a time of 10.71 seconds [1], which set a new Games record. Mohammed Basil followed closely to take the silver medal with a time of 10.83 seconds [2], marking a season-best performance for the athlete. The bronze medal was awarded to a competitor who finished in 10.85 seconds [3].

The victory represents India's third gold medal overall at the Glasgow Games [5]. The event took place during day seven of the competition, highlighting a strong surge for the Indian delegation in the athletics category.

Both athletes competed in the T47 classification, which is designated for athletes with a single limb deficiency. The victory in Glasgow underscores a growing competitive edge for Indian sprinters on the international stage, especially within para-sports where the nation has historically sought more podium consistency.

Organizers in Glasgow said there was a high level of competition throughout the final. The narrow margin between the gold and silver times emphasizes the intensity of the race, with only 0.12 seconds separating the two Indian athletes.

“India achieved a historic 1-2 finish in the men’s 100m T47.”

The achievement signifies a breakthrough in India's para-athletics program, moving beyond individual successes to dominating a specific event. By securing both gold and silver, India demonstrates a depth of talent in the T47 category that could influence future funding and training priorities for para-sports globally.