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India's Archery Women Conquer Korea for Historic Gold
2 Oct
Summary
- India secured its 11th gold medal with a historic archery win.
- The women's recurve team defeated South Korea for their first gold.
- India's total medal count reached 67, including 11 golds.
India has climbed to seventh place in the Asian Games 2026 medal tally, fueled by an impressive 11th gold medal secured on Friday. The Indian women's recurve archery team achieved a historic milestone by defeating South Korea in the final, marking their first-ever gold in this event. This victory brings India's total medal count to 67, comprising 11 gold, 23 silver, and 33 bronze medals. The women's recurve trio of Ankita Bhakat, Kirti Sharma, and Kumkum Anil Mohod triumphed over South Korea with a score of 5-3, overcoming a formidable opponent. Earlier, they had secured their place in the final by defeating China 5-1 in the semifinals.
India's successful campaign at the Asian Games has seen gold medals awarded across various sports, including archery, kabaddi, shooting, cricket, and athletics. The archery contingent alone earned four gold medals. The women's recurve team's success adds to previous gold medals won in compound archery events. As the Games approach their conclusion, India continues to build its medal count, showcasing strength in traditional sports like shooting and athletics, alongside achievements in diverse disciplines.
