Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan created history by winning India’s first‑ever Asian Games medal in men’s double sculls, clinching bronze at the Nagaragawa International Regatta Course.

The duo clocked 6:13.25, finishing behind China’s Yi Xudi and Nie Yide, who took gold with 6:09.77, and Uzbekistan’s Mekhrojbek Mamatkulov and Pavel Sorin, who secured silver in 6:10.49.

This achievement marked the conclusion of India’s rowing campaign at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi‑Nagoya, with the bronze medal standing as a proud milestone for the nation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the duo’s feat, calling it a moment of pride for Indian sports and a testament to the growing strength of Indian rowing on the continental stage.

The medal not only highlights the perseverance of Satnam and Salman but also signals India’s rising presence in water sports, traditionally dominated by East Asian and Central Asian nations. Their success is expected to inspire a new generation of Indian rowers to aim for greater heights in international competitions.