India has lit up the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou with an awe-inspiring medal tally that’s leaving fans across the Nation in euphoria. With an astounding 86 medals in its kitty, including a dazzling collection of 21 golds, 32 silvers, and 33 bronzes, India is firmly entrenched in fourth place on the medal standings.
India’s relentless pursuit of excellence in sports has catapulted it to this historic feat, and the cheers reverberate through the subcontinent.
India’s journey at the 19th Asian Games began on opening day with a shimmering silver in the women’s 10m air rifle team event, courtesy of the sharpshooting trio – Mehuli Ghosh, Ramita Jindal, and Ashi Chouksey. Their precision set the tone for what would become a record-breaking campaign for Indian sports.
The latest additions to the medal haul, secured on October 5th, witnessed India’s prowess in archery, squash, and wrestling. The compound women’s and men’s archery teams displayed nerves of steel to claim the top step of the podium, securing gold medals that glisten with national pride.
The squash mixed doubles combination of Dipika Pallikal and Harinder Pal Sandhu further enhanced India’s golden collection. Saurav Ghoshal’s silver in the squash men’s singles narrowly missed adding another gold, while Antim Panghal added a touch of bronze in wrestling.
This remarkable performance marks India’s biggest medal haul at any Asian Games, surpassing the previous record of 70 medals achieved at the 2018 Games in Indonesia. The Indian contingent, comprises of 655 exceptional athletes, has stormed Hangzhou with their determination and relentless spirit.
Originally slated for 2022, the Hangzhou Asian Games were postponed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the delay only heightened the anticipation, and India’s athletes made every moment count as they clinched medals with sheer brilliance.
As they compete across 39 sports alongside nearly 12,000 athletes from 45 countries and territories, the Nation holds its breath, hoping for an even more remarkable medal tally than the record-breaking performance of 2018.
In Hangzhou, India’s athletes aren’t just chasing medals; they’re chasing dreams and etching their names in the annals of Asian Games history. The fervour, passion, and commitment on display are a testament to the indomitable spirit of Indian sports.