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India's Medal Rush Continues at Asian Games 2026 Day 8: Gold in Kabaddi, Historic Marathon Silver!
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News18•26-09-2026, 14:16
India's Medal Rush Continues at Asian Games 2026 Day 8: Gold in Kabaddi, Historic Marathon Silver!
- •India's medal campaign surged on Day 8 of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 with strong performances in kabaddi, shooting, squash, and athletics.
- •The women's kabaddi team secured a gold medal, adding significantly to India's tally.
- •Sawan Barwal made history by winning a silver medal in the men's marathon.
- •Indian shooters Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Kochalumkal, and Ashi Chouksey earned silver in the women's 50m rifle 3 Positions team event.
- •In squash, Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar claimed bronze in mixed doubles, while Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh advanced to their respective singles finals.
Key Questions Answered
The Indian women’s kabaddi team secured a gold medal by defeating Iran in the final on Day 8 of the Asian Games 2026.
Sawan Barwal created history by winning a silver medal in the men's marathon, bringing a medal in the event after 44 years.
Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Kochalumkal, and Ashi Chouksey won the silver medal in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions team event.
