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Jyothi Surekha Breaks Silence On Shock Asian Games Defeat
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News18•14-10-2026, 19:10
Jyothi Surekha Breaks Silence On Shock Asian Games Defeat
- •World Cup Final silver medallist Jyothi Surekha Vennam attributed her shock individual compound event defeat at the Asian Games to a slow start.
- •The defending champion was stunned in the pre-quarterfinals by 14-year-old Kang Yeon-Seo, who shot a flawless 150.
- •Despite the unexpected individual loss, Jyothi refocused her energy on the team event to give her absolute best.
- •India finished atop the archery medal standings with a stellar haul of nine medals including five gold, two silver, and two bronze.
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Jyothi Surekha Vennam attributed her defeat to a slow start in the first round and the flawless performance of her 14-year-old opponent, Kang Yeon-Seo, who shot a perfect 150 score.
India finished atop the archery medal standings with a total of nine medals, consisting of five gold, two silver, and two bronze.
India's compound archers made history by becoming the first nation to secure an Olympic quota in the discipline.
