India, Oct. 2 -- The Indian women's recurve archery team has created history at the Asian Games 2026, winning the country's first-ever gold medal in the women's team recurve event. Ankita Bhakat, Kirti Sharma and Kumkum Anil Mohod produced a composed performance to defeat powerhouse South Korea 5-3 in the final on Friday, overcoming a formidable Korean trio of Kang Chaeyoung, Lee Yunji and Oh Yejin.

The landmark victory is even more significant as India had never previously reached the women's recurve team final at the Asian Games. Despite challenging windy conditions, the Indian trio held their nerve when it mattered most and sealed the title in the fourth set. The gold adds to the country's recent progress in women's archery, following...