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Asian Games: Kirti Sharma recounts tense final after India’s historic recurve womens team gold

Asian Games: Kirti Sharma recounts tense final after India’s historic recurve womens team gold (Credit: SAI Media) Image Source: IANS

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Asian Games: Kirti Sharma Recounts Tense Final After India’s Historic Recurve Women's Team Gold

By IANS News October 03, 2026 • 12:50 PM View: 110

Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park: India’s women’s recurve archery team produced a historic upset at the Asian Games 2026, defeating South Korea 5-3 in the final to end the Korean powerhouse’s 44-year dominance in the event.

Kirti Sharma, who teamed up with Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod in the gold-medal winning trio on Friday, said the Indian archers relied on their process and mental composure to negotiate a high-pressure final.

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