Live: Asian Games 2026: Track and field stars target new highs as Toor eyes third consecutive gold

The two seasons following her triumphant run in Paris have tested Manu Bhaker considerably, both away from the firing line and in competition. The 24-year-old managed only a handful of podium appearances across the 10m and 25m pistol categories—below her customary elite standard—with the sudden loss earlier this year of coach, guide, and father figure Jaspal Rana delivering a devastating personal blow. Following a grueling fifth-place finish at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Manu Bhaker spoke emotionally about the enduring legacy of Jaspal Rana.

Jay Meena earned India's maiden soft tennis accolade at the Asian Games on Wednesday (September 23, 2026), capturing bronze after falling to Japan's Takuya Kurosaka in the men's singles semifinal in Nagoya. By taking the bronze medal in Nagoya, Jay Meena wrote his name into the record books with India's first-ever podium finish in soft tennis at the Asian Games.

India's premier weightlifter Mirabai Chanu completed her major tournament silverware set on Wednesday (September 23, 2026), securing a long-awaited Asian Games silver in the women's 49kg category. Delivering a standout display to claim silver, Mirabai Chanu also ended India's prolonged wait for an Asian Games weightlifting podium finish dating back to 1998.

Action continues at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games across Japan. Holding a tally of 12 medals comprising 1 gold, 5 silver, and 6 bronze, India sits in 12th position on the leaderboard, with China occupying the top spot. Explore the full catalog of Indian podium finishers at the 2026 Games, arranged by sporting discipline and competitive achievements.