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Sep 29, 2026

Rishabh Das sets national 200m backstroke record at Asian Games 2026

Indian swimmer Rishabh Das set a new national record in the men's 200 metre backstroke at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Competing in the final on 25 September 2026, the 19-year-old clocked 1 minute 58.77 seconds, finishing sixth overall. The performance surpassed his previous national mark of 1:59.84, established earlier in the year. Das also became the first Indian swimmer to complete the long‑course 200m backstroke in under two minutes. The result adds to India's medal tally at the Games and signals rising strength in Indian youth swimming. Observers note improving training networks and increased support for aquatic sports in the country.

Date of final: 25 September 2026
Event: Men's 200m backstroke, Asian Games 2026
Time: 1:58.77, new national record
Previous mark: 1:59.84
Placement: Sixth in final

India wins kabaddi gold medals at Asian Games 2026

India captured kabaddi gold medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. The men's team defeated Iran 40–34 in the final, while the women's team defeated Iran 37–34 to clinch the gold in both categories. Iran remains a strong rival in kabaddi, making the victory notable for India’s sustained excellence in the sport. The triumph contributed to India’s overall medal tally at the Games and reinforced the country’s dominance in kabaddi on the continental stage. Coaches and players credited disciplined training, tactical planning, and team cohesion for the success.

Event: Asian Games 2026 (Kabaddi)
Men's final score: India 40–34 Iran
Women's final score: India 37–34 Iran
Significance: Golden double for India
Rival: Iran remains a top competitor

Sep 28, 2026

Anahat Singh makes history with Asian Games squash silver

Anahat Singh, 18, made history for India at the 2026 Asian Games by becoming the first Indian woman to win a singles squash medal at the Games. She reached the women’s singles final and claimed the silver medal after a straight-game loss to Malaysia’s Sivasangari Subramaniam, 11-4, 11-4, 11-7. The feat also marks Anahat as the first Indian woman to reach an Asian Games squash singles final, and it provides India with its highest-ever individual women’s singles medal in squash at the Asian Games. The result follows a strong phase for Indian squash, signaling growing depth in youth talent and a push to improve on the continental stage.

Anahat Singh, 18, wins India’s first women’s singles squash medal at the Asian Games, taking silver.
She reached the final and lost to Sivasangari Subramaniam with scores 11-4, 11-4, 11-7.
India earns its highest-ever individual women’s singles medal in squash at the Games.

Sep 27, 2026

India wins 10m air pistol mixed team gold at Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya

On 25 September 2026, India’s Suruchi Singh and Kamaljeet won the gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Games 2026, held in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. They posted 484.6 in the final, setting a new Asian Games record, and matched the qualification score of 587 points. The event, overseen by the International Shooting Sport Federation, pairs one male and one female shooter in each team. This win marks India’s second shooting gold at these Games, strengthening confidence for future events and showcasing the strength of India’s shooting program.

Gold in 10m air pistol mixed team.
Final score: 484.6; qualification: 587.
Location: Nagoya, Japan; Date: 25 September 2026.
Governing body: International Shooting Sport Federation.

Sep 25, 2026

Montréal to Host 2026 UCI Road World Championships, 99th Edition

Montréal, Quebec, Canada will host the 2026 UCI Road World Championships, the 99th edition of the global road cycling championship, from 20 to 27 September 2026. The event marks Montréal’s return as host after a 52-year gap, with the city previously staging the championships in 1974; Canada has also hosted in Hamilton (2003). Thirteen events are planned, including road races, individual time trials, and a mixed relay team time trial. The championships bring together cyclists from dozens of nations and federations, offering world ranking points and showcasing host city infrastructure. Organisers emphasise safety and sustainability across the event.

Dates: 20–27 September 2026
Edition: 99th
Locations: Montréal (1974, 2026) and Hamilton (2003) prior
Events: 13 (road races, time trials, mixed relay TT)
Impact: Global exposure for athletes and host city

Sep 24, 2026

India wins first Asian Games gold in women’s cricket at 2026 Games

India’s women’s cricket team won the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, marking a historic milestone for the sport in the country. In the final at Aichi Prefectural Korogi Sports Park, India scored 216 for 3 in 20 overs and dismissed Sri Lanka for 69 in 15.4 overs. Smriti Mandhana led with 79 runs, while Richa Ghosh remained not out on 49. Mandhana also became the first Indian woman to reach 11,000 runs in international cricket. This victory gave India its first Asian Games gold in women’s cricket, highlighting the team’s growth on the global stage.

Final venue: Aichi Prefectural Korogi Sports Park, Japan.
India score: 216/3 in 20 overs; Sri Lanka: 69 all out in 15.4 overs.
Top scorer: Smriti Mandhana (79).
Not out: Richa Ghosh (49*).
Mandhana milestone: 11,000 international runs.
Significance: India’s first Asian Games gold in women’s cricket.

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