Glasgow, July 27 -- Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare created history by clinching the silver medal in the men's high jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Indian to finish second in the event at the Games.

The national record holder cleared 2.25 metres in the final before narrowly missing out on gold after three unsuccessful attempts at 2.28m. Jamaica's Romaine Beckford also cleared 2.25m but claimed the gold medal on countback, having enjoyed a cleaner series. England's Kimani Jack settled for bronze with a best effort of 2.20m, according to ESPN.

Kushare needed his third attempt to clear 2.25m, while Beckford sailed over the height on his first try, a difference that ultimately proved decisive in the battle for the...