India celebrated a triple triumph at the Asian Games 2026, with historic wins across hockey, archery, and shooting on Wednesday.
The Indian Women’s Hockey Team stormed into the finals after defeating South Korea 2‑0, showcasing dominance and tactical brilliance. Their victory has raised hopes of a gold medal finish as they prepare for the title clash.
In archery, India sealed a compound archery hat‑trick, clinching their third consecutive gold medal. The men’s compound team of Kushal Dalal, Sahil Jadhav, and Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru delivered a flawless performance to secure the top podium spot, reaffirming India’s supremacy in the discipline.
Adding to the medal rush, Kynan Darius Chenai and Neeru Dhanda staged a superb comeback in the trap mixed team shooting event, defeating Qatar with an Asian‑record score of 34. Their victory marked India’s third gold medal of the day, making September 30 one of the most successful days for the Indian contingent.
Meanwhile, wrestler Sunil Kumar etched his name in history by winning India’s first wrestling medal of the Games, further boosting the nation’s medal tally.
