Srihari Nataraj Qualifies for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Indian swimmer Srihari Nataraj secured a spot in the 50m backstroke for the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a time of 25.45 seconds at Nationals.
June 18, 2026
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Indian swimmer Srihari Nataraj has qualified for the 50m backstroke event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to be held in Glasgow, Scotland. He achieved the qualifying time at the Indian National Championships, clocking 25.45 seconds.
Nataraj's performance also meets the qualification standard for the 2026 Asian Games, which will take place in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The 25-year-old swimmer has been a consistent performer in Indian swimming, holding multiple national records.
His time of 25.45 seconds is within the mid-25-second range reported earlier. The qualification marks a significant milestone for Nataraj, who aims to improve on his previous international performances.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When and where are the 2026 Commonwealth Games?
The 2026 Commonwealth Games are scheduled to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, 2026.
What time did Srihari Nataraj swim to qualify?
He swam 25.45 seconds in the 50m backstroke at the Indian National Championships.
Has Srihari Nataraj qualified for the 2026 Asian Games as well?
Yes, his time also meets the qualification standard for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
