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Asian Games: India's Women's Hockey Team Wins Gold After 44 Years, Defeats China!
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News18•02-10-2026, 19:16
Asian Games: India's Women's Hockey Team Wins Gold After 44 Years, Defeats China!
- •The Indian Women's Hockey Team made history at the 2026 Asian Games by defeating China 1-0 in the final.
- •This victory secured a gold medal for India and qualified the team for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- •It is India's first gold medal in women's hockey at the Asian Games since 1982, ending a 44-year wait.
- •Lalremsiami scored the sole goal for India in the 10th minute, which proved to be the match-winner.
- •Prime Minister Modi congratulated the team, highlighting their excellent skill, teamwork, and inspiring determination.
Key Questions Answered
The Indian Women's Hockey Team defeated defending champions China 1-0 in the final to secure the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games.
India won the gold medal in women's hockey after a long wait of 44 years, marking their first gold in this category since 1982.
By winning the gold medal match at the 2026 Asian Games, the Indian Women's Hockey Team officially qualified for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
