Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh etched his name into the record books by becoming the first athlete from the country to win a medal in the men’s 10,000m event at the Commonwealth Games. He claimed a historic silver medal with an impressive performance in Glasgow.
Gulveer completed the race in 27:49.78, finishing behind Australia’s Ky Robinson, who secured the gold medal. David Mullarkey of the Isle of Man took bronze, while traditional distance-running giants Kenya and Uganda finished outside the podium places.
Despite wet and demanding conditions, Gulveer ran a smart tactical race. He stayed with the leading group for most of the contest, conserving energy before making his move in the closing stages. Starting the final lap in third position, the Indian athlete produced a strong finishing sprint to overtake a rival and secure second place.
The silver medal marks a significant milestone for Indian athletics, as no Indian had previously reached the podium in the men’s 10,000m at the Commonwealth Games. Gulveer’s achievement highlights the steady rise of Indian distance running on the international stage.
His success also added another medal to India’s growing tally at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, where athletes have delivered impressive performances across weightlifting, athletics and para sports. Gulveer’s breakthrough is expected to inspire a new generation of long-distance runners and strengthen India’s ambitions in endurance events at future global competitions.
