Aichi-Nagoya, Japan: India’s women’s recurve archery team scripted history at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, winning the country’s first-ever gold medal in the women’s recurve team event.
The Indian trio of Ankita Bhakat, Kumkum Mohod and Kirti delivered a memorable performance to claim the gold medal, marking a significant milestone for Indian archery on the continental stage.
The historic achievement brought recognition to the trio’s precision, composure and teamwork as they rose to the challenge at the Games in Japan.
India’s Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated the archers on their landmark achievement, describing the victory as a proud moment for the nation.
The gold adds another chapter to India’s growing record in archery at the Asian Games and highlights the progress of the women’s recurve team.
For Indian archery, the triumph is particularly significant as the country celebrates its first gold in this specific event, setting a new benchmark for future generations of women archers.
The victory also underlines the contribution of women athletes to India’s campaign at Aichi-Nagoya 2026, as the country continues to pursue success across disciplines.
India’s historic women’s recurve team gold is a landmark moment for the sport and a proud achievement for the nation.
