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Asian Para Games 2026: Harvinder Singh, Vijay Sundi Strike Gold in Men's Recurve Doubles
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What Happened?
Indian para archers Harvinder Singh and Vijay Sundi won gold in the men's para recurve doubles at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, defeating China's Yun Duo and Zhao Lixue 5-1.
Key points
- Harvinder Singh and Vijay Sundi clinched gold with a score of 5-1.
- The final was held at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multipurpose Square.
- The Indian duo won the last two sets by narrow margins.
- Bhawna Choudhary and Pooja Jatyan won silver in the women's event.
- Choudhary and Jatyan lost 0-6 to China's Gao Zihan and Wang Xueqian.
Key insights
- The win could inspire more investment in para sports in India.
- Success in international competitions may boost the morale of para athletes.
- The performance sets a precedent for future Indian para archers.
Why it matters
This victory highlights India's growing prowess in para sports.
Entities
Harvinder Singh· PersonVijay Sundi· PersonBhawna Choudhary· PersonPooja Jatyan· PersonChina· CountryAichi-Nagoya· Location
Source
Times of India
