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India claims six golds on stellar day at Asian Games 2026
India delivered a commanding performance on day 13 of the Asian Games 2026, securing six gold medals along with two silver and two bronze for a total haul of 10 medals. The standout achievement came from the women's hockey team, which captured gold after a 44-year wait.
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India's medal tally surged on Friday as the country's athletes excelled across multiple disciplines at the ongoing Asian Games 2026. The day was highlighted by the women's hockey team's 1-0 victory over China, marking the nation's first gold in the sport at the continental Games since 1982. The triumph also secured India a berth at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Gold medals came from several quarters. The women's archery reserve team claimed the top podium finish in their event, while the boxing contingent proved formidable with three athletes capturing gold—Lovlina Borgohain, Parveen Hooda, and Ankush Panghal each securing victories. In wrestling, Sujit Kalkal added another gold to India's growing tally.
The strong showing underscores India's competitive depth across traditional medal-winning sports at the Asian Games. With multiple days of competition remaining, the nation's medal prospects appear robust.