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Gunjan Wins India’s First Women’s Boxing Gold
India’s Gunjan claims historic Youth Olympics women’s boxing gold in Dakar.
In brief
India’s Gunjan claims historic Youth Olympics women’s boxing gold in Dakar. Gunjan won India’s first-ever women’s boxing gold at Youth Olympics 2026 in Dakar, Senegal. Originally reported by Sportstar.
Gunjan Wins Historic Gold
Gunjan secured India’s first-ever women’s boxing gold at Youth Olympics 2026 in Dakar, Senegal.
Defeated Algeria’s Bouthaina Bensalah
Gunjan beat Algeria’s Bouthaina Bensalah 5-0 in the women’s 48kg final.
Quarterfinal Victory
Gunjan defeated Mexico’s Atena Sofia Juarez Calero 5-0 in the quarterfinals.
Semifinal Bout
Gunjan took down Great Britain’s Lily Bassett 4-1 in the semifinals.
Second Indian Gold Medalist
Gunjan is the second Indian boxer to win Youth Olympics gold after Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei.
Ambekar Meetei Wins Men’s Gold
Ambekar Meetei defeated Ireland’s Kristian Jubani 3-2 in the men’s 50kg final.
At a glance
Gunjan won India’s first-ever women’s boxing gold at Youth Olympics 2026 in Dakar, Senegal.
