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Coach Douglas Eyes 32 Medals for India at 2026 Asian Games
5 Sep
Summary
- Coach Douglas predicts India could win 32 medals at the 2026 Asian Games.
- He identified Rashdeep Kaur and Prachi Choudhary as strong medal contenders.
- Douglas plans to retire from coaching after 2028 to focus on family.
Troy Hamilton Douglas, head athletics coach at the Inspire Institute of Sport, is optimistic about India's potential at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Following a record 29-medal haul in 2023, Douglas believes India can surpass this achievement.
He predicts India could secure 32 medals, citing continuous observation of Indian athletics and this season's performances. Douglas specifically highlighted IIS athletes Rashdeep Kaur and Prachi Choudhary, both competing in the women's 400m and relays, as having excellent medal prospects due to their rigorous preparation.
Douglas also mentioned the potential of triple jumpers Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu. Having served as head coach until 2028, Douglas, a three-time Olympian for Bermuda, revealed his intention to retire from coaching post-2028 to dedicate himself to being a full-time grandfather to his three grandchildren.
