Asian Games 2026: Men’s team defends title as Indian compound archers complete hat-trick of golds
The Indian men's compound archery team secured a gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games after a dramatic comeback victory against China. This win completed a hat-trick of gold medals for India in the compound archery events.
Why it matters
The victory reinforces India's competitive standing in international archery and secures Olympic qualification spots for the 2028 Games.
The Indian men’s team scripted a sensational comeback to defeat China in the final, helping the country’s compound archers complete a hat-trick of gold medals at the Asian Games after the mixed team and women also finished on top.
The Indian team of Kushal Dalal, Sahil Jadhav and Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru was two points down but showed nerves of steel to make a thrilling comeback in the end to edge out China 238-237 in a dramatic final.
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The Chinese team comprised Jiahao Liao, Jinyi Liu and Jingyu Shi.
In the semifinals, India outclassed Korea, comprising Choi Eun Gyu, Choi Yonghee and Kim Jongho, 236-229 to enter the summit clash.
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