CWG 2026: Basil dedicates maiden international medal to family after historic T47 100m silver
Glasgow, July 29 -- Indian para-sprinter Mohammed Basil Morssinganakth dedicated the first international medal of his career to his family and coach after clinching silver in the men's T47 100m at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, helping India script a historic one-two finish in Glasgow.
The 21-year-old clocked 10.83 seconds to finish second behind compatriot Dilip Mahadu Gavit, who won gold in a Commonwealth Games record time of 10.71 seconds. England's Kevin Santos claimed bronze in 10.85 seconds as India celebrated its first-ever 1-2 podium finish in a single event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
An emotional Basil reflected on the struggles his family had endured throughout his journey after securing the biggest achievement of his caree...
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