5 of the greatest achievements by Indians at the Commonwealth Games

#4 Krishna Poonia ends long wait for gold in athletics

Krishna Poonia

The 2010 Commonwealth Games was hosted by India, however, a truly momentous occasion for Indian sports was tainted by allegations of corruption in the build-up.

The Games itself was a success and Indian athletes put up a stellar show, none more than Krishna Poonia, who defeated all odds to win gold in the women's discus throw, leading an Indian clean sweep with a throw of 61.5 meters.

This is a remarkable achievement because not since Milkha Singh had India won an individual gold in track and field event at CWG, a wait of more than 50 years!