Canadian boxer Scarlett Delgado earned a silver medal in the women's 54kg division at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow [1], [5].
Delgado's podium finish marks a significant achievement for Canada's boxing program at the international level. Her progression to the final demonstrated a high level of competitive form throughout the tournament in Scotland [2], [3].
Delgado secured her place in the gold-medal match following a victory in her semifinal bout on Friday, July 31, 2026 [2]. That win guaranteed her a medal and set the stage for the final contest held on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026 [3].
In the final bout, Delgado faced Preeti Pawar. Pawar won the match by a five-zero unanimous decision [4]. The result concluded the tournament for Delgado, who will bring home a silver medal for Canada [5].
The 54kg weight class featured rigorous competition throughout the games [1]. Delgado's path to the final required navigating multiple rounds of opponents before the decisive match against Pawar [2], [3].
Glasgow served as the host city for the 2026 Games, providing the venue for the boxing events [2], [3]. The victory for Pawar also marked the first boxing gold for India at these games [4].
“Scarlett Delgado earned a silver medal in the women's 54kg division”
Delgado's silver medal reinforces Canada's standing in the women's lightweight boxing categories. While the loss in the final prevents a gold tally, the unanimous decision victory by India's Preeti Pawar highlights the increasing global competitiveness of the 54kg division and the shift in dominance toward Asian boxing programs in this specific weight class.
