Indian Women's Archery Team Claims Gold at World Cup in China
India women stun hosts China to win World Cup recurve team gold
Hindustan Times
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The Indian women's recurve archery team, consisting of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod, secured the gold medal at the World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, China. They triumphed over the host nation in a tense shoot-off, marking India's first World Cup gold in women's recurve since 2021.
- 01India defeated China 5-4 in a shoot-off to win gold.
- 02Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and 17-year-old Kumkum Mohod made up the winning team.
- 03This victory is significant as it follows a semi-final win against South Korea.
- 04Deepika provided leadership and support to her teammates during the match.
- 05The win boosts confidence ahead of the upcoming Asian Games in Japan.
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In a remarkable performance, the Indian women's recurve archery team clinched the gold medal at the World Cup Stage 2 held in Shanghai, China. The trio—Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod—secured victory against the host nation in a nail-biting shoot-off, winning 5-4 after finishing the sets tied at 4-4. This victory is particularly noteworthy as it marks India's first World Cup gold in women's recurve since 2021. The team had previously triumphed over South Korea in the semi-finals, showcasing their resilience against formidable opponents. Coach Prafull Dange emphasized the importance of this win for the players' confidence, especially with the Asian Games approaching in September-October in Japan. Kumkum, at just 17, demonstrated poise under pressure, contributing significantly to the team's success. Deepika, the senior member of the team, played a crucial role in guiding her teammates throughout the competition.
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This victory enhances the morale and confidence of the Indian archery team, especially with the Asian Games approaching, where they will face strong competition.
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