Asian Games: Athletics leads India’s 8-medal haul, boxing assures more

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India won eight medals at the 2026 Asian Games across athletics, shooting, and kurash, with athletics leading the tally. Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav secured a javelin double, while Murali Sreeshankar won long-jump silver; Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara also earned medals.

India has made remarkable strides in the Asian Games 2026, gathering a total of eight medals in athletics, shooting, and kurash. Notably, Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav achieved a spectacular javelin double, while Murali Sreeshankar secured a silver in the long jump. Contributions from Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara, who earned silver and bronze medals respectively, further bolstered the nation's success.