Asian Games 2026: India’s Medal Hopes on Day 13
Schedule and Key Events
As the Asian Games 2026 unfold in Aichi‑Nagoya, Japan, the tournament’s thirteenth day—Friday, October 2—delivers a packed slate of competition. The Indian contingent continues its push for medals across multiple disciplines, with the official schedule released by the Asian Games Organising Committee in June 2025 confirming the timing of finals, semifinals and qualifying rounds. India’s athletes are slated to compete in archery, hockey, boxing, wrestling, canoe slalom and sepaktakraw, each offering realistic chances for podium finishes.
Archery – Team Semifinals
The recurve archery events will see the Indian men’s and mixed teams contest their semifinals. Veteran archer Dhiraj Bommadevara is highlighted as a key figure, participating in both the men’s team and mixed team contests. With the draw already published, India’s squad is positioned to challenge strong teams from China, South Korea and Japan, making a medal prospect very real.
Hockey – Women’s Final vs China
Olympic Qualification Stakes
India’s women’s hockey team will meet China in the gold‑medal match, a showdown that carries dual importance. Victory not only awards the coveted Asian Games title but also secures direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, a milestone that has been a long‑standing goal for the team. The final, scheduled for the evening of October 2, is expected to be a tightly contested battle, with both sides fielding their strongest line‑ups.
Boxing – Three Gold Medal Bouts
India’s Contenders in the Ring
Boxing will feature three gold‑medal bouts involving Indian pugilists. Lovlina Borgohain, a world‑class middle‑weight, is set to contest her final, while Ankush Panghal and Parveen will each fight for individual titles in their respective weight categories. The Indian Boxing Federation has confirmed that all three athletes have progressed through the quarter‑finals and are now poised to add precious medals to India’s tally.
Other Medal Opportunities
