The final day also carries historic significance for India, as Ahmedabad officially takes over as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with a special cultural presentation scheduled during the closing ceremony.

After producing one of its strongest Commonwealth Games performances in recent years, India heads into the concluding day with 39 medals, comprising 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze medals. Although the Glasgow edition featured a reduced sporting programme compared to previous Commonwealth Games, Indian athletes have delivered remarkable performances across multiple disciplines, ensuring another memorable campaign on the international stage.

The country’s final medal hopes now rest primarily on its judokas and cyclists, while millions of Indian sports fans will also be watching the ceremonial handover to Ahmedabad, marking the beginning of India’s preparations to host the Commonwealth Games once again.

Indian Judokas Look to Finish Historic Campaign on a High

Indian judo has emerged as one of the biggest success stories of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, and the final day presents another opportunity to strengthen that legacy.

The spotlight will be on Rio 2016 Olympian Avtar Singh, who will compete in the men’s -100kg category. One of India’s most experienced judokas, Avtar enters the competition carrying the hopes of adding another medal to India’s rapidly growing tally in the sport.

His participation carries emotional significance as well. Earlier in the Games, Asmita Dey created history by becoming the first Indian judoka ever to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal, achieving a landmark victory in the women’s -48kg category. Her achievement inspired the entire Indian contingent and particularly Avtar Singh, whom she has often acknowledged as one of her sporting idols.

India’s dominance in judo continued after Asmita’s historic triumph as Harsh Singh secured another gold medal, making it one of the country’s most successful disciplines at Glasgow 2026.

The medal-winning performances have not been limited to gold. Yamini Mourya earned a silver medal, while Unnati Sharma added a bronze, reflecting the growing strength and depth of Indian judo on the international stage.

On the final day, India will also be represented by Ishroop Narang in the women’s -78kg division and Yash Ghangas in the men’s +100kg category, both aiming to reach the medal rounds.

The competition begins with the round of 16 before progressing through quarter-finals, repechage matches, semi-finals and medal contests later in the evening. If the Indian judokas continue their impressive form, the nation could conclude its campaign with additional podium finishes.

Indian Cyclists Chase Historic Commonwealth Games Medal

Track cycling presents another important medal opportunity for India on the final day.

Indian cyclists have yet to win a Commonwealth Games medal in track cycling, making Sunday’s events particularly significant.

The biggest medal hope comes through Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam, who will compete in the men’s 1000m time trial final. One of India’s leading track cyclists, Ronaldo will be aiming to script history by securing the country’s first Commonwealth Games cycling medal.

India will also compete in the men’s 40km points race, where Harshveer Singh Sekhon and Dinesh Kumar will first contest the qualification round before attempting to reach the medal race scheduled later in the evening.

Meanwhile, 16-year-old Lisha Das, the youngest member of India’s Glasgow contingent, will compete in the women’s C4-C5 1000m para track cycling time trial final. Although still early in her career, Lisha has already demonstrated tremendous potential and will be looking to end her Commonwealth Games debut with a memorable performance.

Success in cycling would represent another important milestone for Indian sport, which has steadily expanded beyond its traditional medal-winning disciplines.

India’s Outstanding Glasgow Campaign

Regardless of the outcome on the final day, India’s overall performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026 has already been widely regarded as highly successful.

With 39 medals, India has once again established itself among the leading sporting nations in the Commonwealth despite competing in a Games featuring fewer disciplines than previous editions.

Indian athletes have delivered medals across athletics, judo, boxing, weightlifting and para sports, reflecting increasing depth across multiple disciplines.

Several athletes have also produced historic achievements during the Games.

Asmita Dey became the country’s first Commonwealth Games judo gold medallist, while Indian boxers dominated their respective weight categories throughout the tournament. The athletics contingent also delivered memorable performances, highlighted by Neeraj Chopra’s silver medal, Yash Vir Singh’s bronze in javelin, and Tejaswin Shankar’s historic decathlon bronze, the first ever by an Indian athlete.

These achievements underline India’s continued emergence as a diversified sporting nation capable of competing successfully across a wide range of Olympic and Commonwealth disciplines.

Ahmedabad Begins Countdown to Commonwealth Games 2030

The closing ceremony will hold special significance for Indian sport beyond the conclusion of the Glasgow Games.

During the ceremony, India will officially receive the Commonwealth Games flag, marking the formal handover of hosting responsibilities for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Ahmedabad.

A 20-minute cultural showcase will introduce India as the next host nation and celebrate the country’s rich cultural heritage before the official transfer of the Games.

The presentation will feature celebrated singer Shankar Mahadevan, actor Manushi Chhillar, and several leading performers who will highlight India’s traditions, music, dance and cultural diversity before an international audience.

The ceremony is expected to serve as the first major global promotional event for the Ahmedabad Games, generating excitement for India’s preparations over the next four years.

Hosting the Commonwealth Games once again represents a significant opportunity for India to strengthen sporting infrastructure, promote tourism and showcase its organisational capabilities on the international stage.

Full India Schedule for August 2 (IST)

Judo

• 2:30 PM: Women’s -78kg Round of 16 - Ishroop Narang
• 2:36 PM: Men’s -100kg Round of 16 - Avtar Singh
• 2:48 PM: Men’s +100kg Round of 16 - Yash Ghangas

Quarter-finals, repechage rounds and semi-finals will take place between 3:00 PM and 4:40 PM, subject to qualification.

Medal Events

• 7:30 PM: Women’s -78kg Bronze Medal
• 7:42 PM: Women’s -78kg Final
• 7:48 PM: Men’s -100kg Bronze Medal
• 8:00 PM: Men’s -100kg Final
• 8:48 PM: Men’s +100kg Bronze Medal
• 9:00 PM: Men’s +100kg Final

Para Track Cycling

• 8:40 PM: Women’s C4-C5 1000m Time Trial Final - Lisha Das

Track Cycling

• 1:45 PM: Men’s 40km Points Race Qualification - Harshveer Singh Sekhon, Dinesh Kumar
• 3:27 PM: Men’s 1000m Time Trial Final - Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam
• 9:09 PM: Men’s 40km Points Race Final (if qualified)

Closing Ceremony

The Commonwealth Games 2026 Closing Ceremony will officially conclude the Glasgow Games before the Commonwealth Games flag is handed over to Ahmedabad, signalling India’s journey towards hosting the 2030 edition.

India Eyes Grand Finish Before Commonwealth Flag Returns Home

As the Commonwealth Games draw to a close, India has every reason to celebrate another successful international campaign. Established champions have once again delivered under pressure, while several young athletes have announced themselves on the global stage through historic performances and breakthrough medals.

The final day’s events provide another opportunity to enhance an already impressive medal tally, but they also mark the beginning of a new chapter as India prepares to welcome the Commonwealth sporting community to Ahmedabad in 2030.

Whether through medals in judo and cycling or through the symbolic handover ceremony, August 2 promises to be a memorable day for Indian sport as Glasgow passes the Commonwealth Games baton to India once again.