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Asian Games 2026: India Wins Women's Hockey Gold After 44 Years, Defeats China 1-0
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CNBC Awaaz•02-10-2026, 18:38
Asian Games 2026: India Wins Women's Hockey Gold After 44 Years, Defeats China 1-0
- •India won the women's hockey gold medal at the Asian Games after 44 years.
- •The Indian team defeated China 1-0 in the final to secure the gold medal.
- •Lalremsiami Hmarzote scored the only goal for India in the first quarter.
- •Indian goalkeeper Savita Punia made a brilliant save on a penalty stroke, maintaining India's lead.
- •This historic victory also secured India's direct qualification for the LA 2028 Olympics.
Key Questions Answered
The Indian women's hockey team won the Asian Games gold medal after 44 years, having previously won it in 1982 before their 2026 victory.
Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal for India in the 10th minute of the first quarter during the final against China.
Yes, by defeating China 1-0 in the final to win the historic gold medal, the Indian women's team also secured direct qualification for the LA 2028 Olympics.
