Historic Gold for India as Womens Recurve Archery Team Triumphs at Asian Games 2026
Indias womens recurve archery team wins gold at the Asian Games 2026, defeating South Korea in a thrilling final match.
New Delhi, October 2 (Daily Kiran) : India has secured its 11th gold medal at the Asian Games 2026, thanks to the remarkable performance of the women’s recurve archery team. Comprising Ankita Bhakt, Kumkum Anil Mohod, and Kirti, the team clinched victory by defeating South Korea, a ten-time champion, in a closely contested final.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended their congratulations to the team on social media. Mandaviya praised their achievement, stating, “A historic gold for India. Heartfelt congratulations to Ankita Bhakt, Kumkum Anil Mohod, and Kirti for winning the first gold medal for India in the recurve women’s team event at the Asian Games 2026. A memorable performance and a moment of pride for the nation.”
Adityanath echoed these sentiments, highlighting the significance of the victory. He wrote, “A golden breakthrough in recurve archery for India. Congratulations to Ankita Bhakt, Kirti, and Kumkum Anil Mohod for winning the gold medal in the recurve women’s team event at the Asian Games 2026. By defeating South Korea 5-3 in a nail-biting final, this trio has made history for India. A remarkable achievement for Indian archery. Jai Hind!”
Kiren Rijiju, the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, also congratulated the team, stating, “History has been made in archery. Congratulations to Ankita Bhakt, Kumkum Anil Mohod, and Kirti for winning India’s first gold medal in the recurve women’s team event at the Asian Games 2026. This is a memorable moment for the Indian women’s recurve team and Indian archery. A proud moment for the country. Well done, champions!”
The women’s recurve team secured their historic gold by defeating a strong South Korean team 5-3 in the final held at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multi-Purpose Square.
The first set ended in a tie, with both teams scoring 54 points, resulting in each earning a point. South Korea started the second set strongly with scores of 10, 9, and 9. India responded with a 10, followed by Kirti’s 8. Ankita then delivered a crucial shot with another 10. South Korea followed with two strong shots, but Kumkum rose to the occasion, scoring a 10 to tie the set at 2-2.
In the third set, South Korea began with an 8 but quickly recovered with a 10 and a 9. India started with a 10 and then a 9. South Korea faltered with three 8s, allowing India to take the lead, with Kumkum scoring a 10 to win the set 4-2.
The fourth set saw South Korea start with two 9s and a 10, while India scored 8, 8, and 9. In the final moments, Kirti scored a 9, followed by another 9 from Ankita. Kumkum sealed the victory with a final 10, confirming their win at 5-3.
Prior to the final, the Indian team made history by defeating China 5-1 in the semifinals, securing their place in the finals for the first time in the recurve team event.
