India produced a sensational performance in the men's Para Shot Put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games as Soman Rana won the gold medal with a season-best throw of 13.40 metres, while compatriot Shubham Juyal secured the silver medal with a season-best effort of 13.28 metres on Saturday in Glasgow.
The Indian duo outclassed the field to deliver a memorable one-two finish for the country. Cedric Azamdzi of Cameroon claimed the bronze medal with a best throw of 12.57 metres, finishing well behind the two Indian athletes.
Soman Rana Delivers Season's Best on the Biggest Stage
Soman Rana rose to the occasion with his finest throw of the season when it mattered the most. The experienced para athlete remained consistent throughout the competition before producing a brilliant 13.40m effort that sealed the Commonwealth Games gold.
The victory marks one of the biggest achievements of Rana's career, adding a Commonwealth title to his impressive international resume. His composed performance under pressure ensured India celebrated another gold medal in para athletics.
Shubham Juyal Completes Historic Indian One-Two
Shubham Juyal also delivered an outstanding performance, registering a season-best throw of 13.28 metres to clinch the silver medal. The result highlighted India's growing depth in the F57 category, with both Indian throwers comfortably finishing ahead of the rest of the field.
Juyal's silver medal further strengthened India's medal tally and showcased the country's continued rise in para athletics at the Commonwealth Games.
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Another Boost for India's Para Athletics Campaign
The gold and silver medals added valuable points to India's overall medal count and reinforced the nation's dominance in para athletics at the Glasgow Games.
The double podium finish reflects the steady progress of Indian para sport and the impact of sustained support through initiatives such as the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS).
With Soman Rana standing atop the podium and Shubham Juyal joining him as silver medallist, India celebrated one of its finest moments in para athletics at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, further boosting the contingent's momentum in Glasgow.