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India End 44-Year Wait for Asian Games Women's Hockey Gold
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CNBC TV18•02-10-2026, 18:12
India End 44-Year Wait for Asian Games Women's Hockey Gold
- •India defeated China 1-0 in the final to claim the gold medal at the Asian Games.
- •Lalremsiami Hmarzote scored the decisive goal in the first quarter of the match.
- •Goalkeeper Savita Punia made a crucial penalty stroke save in the second quarter to maintain the lead.
- •This victory marks India's first women's hockey gold at the Asian Games since 1982.
Key Questions Answered
India ended a 44-year wait to secure the women's hockey gold medal at the Asian Games, having last won the title back in 1982.
Lalremsiami Hmarzote scored the only goal of the final match in the first quarter, giving India the decisive lead.
Indian goalkeeper Savita Punia produced a crucial save from a penalty stroke during the second quarter to keep India ahead, allowing the team to hold on to their advantage.
