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Aman Sehrawat Wins Asian Games Gold in Men's Freestyle 57kg Wrestling
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News18•03-10-2026, 15:45
Aman Sehrawat Wins Asian Games Gold in Men's Freestyle 57kg Wrestling
- •Aman Sehrawat secured the gold medal in the men's freestyle 57kg category at the 2026 Asian Games, defeating North Korea’s Chong Song Han.
- •Sehrawat initially fended off attacks, then scored a takedown and another to lead 4-1 by the break.
- •He extended his lead to 6-1 in the second period before Han staged a comeback, scoring six points to take a 7-6 lead.
- •Aman responded with a crucial four-point move, regaining the lead at 10-7, and held on for the victory after an unsuccessful challenge from Han.
- •This marks India’s second wrestling gold at the ongoing Asian Games, following Sujeet Kalkal’s win.
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Aman Sehrawat secured the gold medal in the men’s freestyle 57kg category at the 2026 Asian Games by defeating North Korea’s Chong Song Han.
After falling behind 7-6 following a flurry of points from Han, Aman responded with a crucial four-point move consisting of a takedown and a roll to reclaim a 10-7 lead.
Aman Sehrawat's victory marked India's second wrestling gold of the event following Sujeet Kalkal's success, with additional gold medals coming from Kumkum Mohod, Pranavi Urs, and the men's cricket team.
