# CWG 2026 Day 8: Neeraj Chopra Roars Into the Javelin Final

URL: https://technosports.co.in/cwg-2026-day-8-neeraj-chopra-roars/  
Published: 2026-07-30  
Updated: 2026-07-30  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The Golden Boy is back — and Glasgow just got a lot more electric. Eight years after his last Commonwealth Games appearance, Neeraj Chopra took to the field on Day 8 of CWG 2026, and India’s medal charge showed no signs of slowing down.

## CWG : India’s Medal Tally So Far

| Medal | Count |
| --- | --- |
| Gold | 3 |
| Silver | 9 |
| Bronze | 3 |
| **Total** | **15** |

India has pushed its tally to 15 total medals — three gold, nine silver, and three bronze — continuing a steady climb through the first week of competition.

## Neeraj Chopra Books His Final Spot

Neeraj Chopra qualified for the javelin final with a strong second-attempt throw of 79.61m, after starting the qualification round with 76.28m. He returns to the Commonwealth Games after an eight-year gap, going up against rivals including Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem and Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage — a rematch of sorts for the [javelin throw](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javelin_throw) event he first conquered on the world stage years ago.

![CWG](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CWsggsgss.jpg)

## Boxing Delivers a Golden Afternoon

Six Indian boxers — Sakshi Choudhary, Jaismine Lamboria, Arundhati Choudhary, Sachin Siwach, Ankush Panghal, and Narender Berwal — all won their quarterfinal bouts to reach the semifinals, guaranteeing India medals across the board in a single session.

## Athletics Adds More Silver and a Historic First

Murali claimed silver in the men’s long jump with a best effort of 8.09m, while Gulveer Singh won India’s first-ever Commonwealth Games medal in the men’s 10,000m.

## What’s Left on Day 8

Weightlifting finals in the heaviest categories and the start of India’s track cycling campaign round out an action-packed Thursday in Glasgow.

For more live Commonwealth Games updates, medal tallies, and athlete profiles, check out our latest coverage on [technosports.co.in](https://technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q1: What is India’s total medal tally at CWG 2026 after Day 8?**

India has 15 medals: 3 gold, 9 silver, and 3 bronze so far.

### **Q2: Did Neeraj Chopra qualify for the javelin final?**

 Yes, he qualified with a best throw of 79.61m in the qualification round.