Cousins faces stern test as India aim to revive compound fortunes at Archery WC ahead of Asian Games
The Indian compound archery team is undergoing a transition under new head coach Dave Cousins as they prepare for the upcoming Asian Games. The squad is looking to recover from a recent performance slump following the departure of former coach Sergio Pagni.
Why it matters
The appointment of a high-profile coach and the team's recent struggles highlight the pressures of elite sports preparation for continental competitions.
Indian compound archers, shepherded by new head coach Dave Cousins , will have to lift themselves from recent lows, while the recurve squad will be eager to build on its new-found momentum ahead of the Asian Games in the fourth and last World Cup stage beginning here on Tuesday (July 7, 2026).
The article is a standard sports news report focusing on coaching changes and performance statistics.
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