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India secures multiple golds at 2026 Asian Games
India has achieved significant success at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, driven by dominant performances in archery and shooting. In archery, the Indian compound teams secured multiple gold medals. The women's compound team successfully defended their title by defeating China 238-234, setting a world record score. The men's compound team also claimed gold after a dramatic 238-237 comeback victory against China, highlighted by a string of perfect 10s. Additionally, the mixed team archery duo of Sahil Jadhav and Chikita Taniparthi won gold in a tense shoot-off against South Korea, securing an Olympic qualification quota for Los Angeles 2028.
In shooting, Neeru Dhanda made history as the first Indian woman to win gold in the individual women's trap event, setting a new Asian record. The Indian women's trap team, including Dhanda, Ashima Ahlawat, and Manisha Keer, also secured a silver medal. Esha Singh earned a silver medal in the women's 25m pistol event following a competitive shoot-off.
Other notable achievements include the Indian women's 4x400m relay team winning gold in athletics, and strong performances in boxing, with Ankush Panghal and Parveen Hooda advancing to their respective finals. India's total medal count has risen significantly, reaching over 50 medals during the competition.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The match took place at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park.
- [● 3 SOURCES] India will face China in the gold medal match.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Indian women's compound archery team defeated South Korea in the semifinals.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Indian team consists of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi, and Prithika Pradeep.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The semifinal score was 234-233.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The competition took place at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The semifinal score was 235-233.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The South Korean team included Park Jungyoon, Park Yerin, and Kang Yeonseo.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Indian women's compound archery team won gold at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ghanghas defeated Mijgona Samadova of Tajikistan 5-0 in the quarterfinals. www.latestly.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Priya Ghanghas won a bronze medal in the women's 60kg boxing category at the 2026 Asian Games. www.latestly.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ghanghas won her pre-quarterfinal match against South Korea's Oh Yeonji by a 5-0 unanimous decision. www.latestly.com