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Asian Games Gold Medallist Suruchi Singh Eyes Olympics After Triumphant Return
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News18•28-09-2026, 02:15
Asian Games Gold Medallist Suruchi Singh Eyes Olympics After Triumphant Return
- •Asian Games 2026 gold medallist shooter Suruchi Singh expressed her delight at winning a medal for India and aims for more laurels, with the Olympics as a long-term goal.
- •Suruchi, alongside Kamaljeet, secured gold in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Games, defeating South Korea.
- •The Indian duo set a new Asian record with 484.6 points, surpassing Uzbekistan's previous record of 481.3.
- •Suruchi dedicated her medals to her parents and coach, emphasizing her desire to keep the tricolour flying high.
- •She expressed her eagerness to win more medals for the country and has her sights set on future events, including the Olympics.
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Suruchi Singh and her partner Kamaljeet won the gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the 2026 Asian Games.
The Indian duo finished the final with a total score of 484.6 points, which also set a new Asian record.
South Korea won the silver medal with 478.0 points, while Iran claimed the bronze medal with 415.8 points.
