Asian Games 2026: India's star shooter Manu Bhaker was expected to win a gold medal in 10 meter air pistol in the Asian Games 2026, but her performance in the final was not as expected. Manu Bhaker finished fifth with 181.1 points and missed out on a medal. She was not in her rhythm right from the beginning and could not perform well even in the elimination round.
Manu Bhaker finished fifth in the final
In the final of 10 meter air pistol, Choo Gaeun of Korea secured first place with 184.5 points. China's Jiang Ranxin stood second with 182.0 points and Taiwan's Cheng Yen Ching stood third with 181.9 points.
Manu Bhakar made it to the finals by finishing third in the qualifying round. Her performance in the initial round of qualification was ordinary, but later she made a brilliant comeback and managed to reach the medal event. However, she could not maintain her rhythm in the final.
India missed medal in shooting team event also
The Indian team also faced disappointment in the team shooting event. The Indian team finished joint fourth and missed out on winning a medal.
India's resounding victory in Kabaddi
Indian women's Kabaddi team performed brilliantly and defeated Iran 37-23 in the Asian Games on Wednesday. In the match, the Indian team maintained the lead from the beginning. India never lagged behind throughout the match and dominated till the end to win.
Earlier, Indian women's Kabaddi team had defeated Bangladesh 42-21.
Now medal hopes from Mirabai Chanu
On Wednesday, India's eyes will also be on star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu. She will challenge in the 49 kg weight category. A medal is expected from him.
India's first gold medal in the Asian Games 2026 was won by the women's cricket team. The Indian team won the gold medal by defeating Sri Lanka in the final played on Tuesday.
Till the time of writing the news, a total of 9 medals (4 silver and 4 bronze) have been reported in India's account and India is at 8th place in the medal table.
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