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India Eyes More Medals on Action-Packed Day 8 at CWG 2026
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India Eyes More Medals on Action-Packed Day 8 at CWG 2026

From Times of Oman · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Indian athletes, including Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra, will compete in various events on Day 8 of the Commonwealth Games 2026.
  • Key events for India include javelin throw qualification, track cycling, and weightlifting competitions.
  • Athletes like Tejaswin Shankar and Martina Devi Maibam will also participate, aiming to add to India's medal tally.

India's contingent at the Commonwealth Games 2026 is set for an action-packed Day 8, with Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra leading the charge in the men's javelin throw qualification. Chopra aims to secure a spot in the final, continuing India's strong performance in athletics.

Beyond Chopra's highly anticipated event, the day will also see the commencement of India's campaign in track cycling. Cyclists Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam, David Beckham Elkatohchoongo, and Rojit Singh Yanglem are slated to compete in the men's team sprint qualifying.

Competitions in athletics, weightlifting, and lawn bowls will continue. In weightlifting, Martina Devi Maibam will vie for a medal in the women's 86+kg category, while Lovepreet Singh competes in the men's 110+kg event. Tejaswin Shankar is scheduled to begin his decathlon campaign, though his participation may hinge on his fitness after a knee issue.

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