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Roshibina eyes wushu gold as India targets medals across rowing, shooting
India's medal hopes intensify on Day 5 of the Asian Games 2026 with wushu competitor Roshibina Devi bidding for gold in the early morning hours. The Indian contingent is set to compete across multiple disciplines including rowing, shooting, canoe sprint and athletics.
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Roshibina Devi will take centre stage in the wushu competition at 6:10 am IST on September 24, as India looks to add to its medal tally at the Asian Games 2026. The competitor's gold medal bid comes as part of a packed schedule across several sporting events on the day.
India's rowing contingent will launch its campaign at 5:10 am IST, with the team having already secured a bronze medal in the sport. The successful showing in rowing underscores India's strength in aquatic disciplines at the regional competition.
Beyond wushu and rowing, Indian athletes will vie for honours in shooting, canoe sprint and athletics throughout the day. The multiple medal events reflect India's broad participation across the Games' diverse sporting programme.
The fifth day of competition represents a crucial phase in India's overall medal pursuit, with athletes competing across traditional and emerging Olympic disciplines. Results from these events will significantly shape the nation's final standing in the medals table as the Games progress.