Asian Games News

Delhi HC reserves verdict on pleas over Asian Games dressage selection

A bench of Chief Justice D K Upahdyaya and Justice Tejas Karia heard on merits the appeal by the two athletes challenging a single judge's June 29 order that refused to interfere with the selections

Updated On: 03 Jul 2026 | 9:46 PM IST

India retain Harmanpreet as Asiad captain despite poor World Cup outing

The Women's Selection Committee named a 15-member squad for the Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4

Updated On: 30 Jun 2026 | 4:52 PM IST

Who is Ancy Sojan? Kerala jumper who broke Anju Bobby's 22-year-old record

Besides rewriting the record books, the jump also secured Ancy the Athletics Federation of India's qualification mark for the 2026 Asian Games

Updated On: 28 Jun 2026 | 5:23 PM IST

Asics, Rohan Bopanna academy join hands to nurture young tennis players

The partnership will provide product access, performance education, clinics, masterclasses and support to tennis professionals at Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA)

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:31 AM IST

'Hungrier' Yuvraj Sandhu eyes 'Major' glory, cherishes Asian Games dream

Sandhu won a record seven titles last year, topped the Professional Golf Tour of India Order of Merit, and earned a full-season card on the DP World Tour.

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 9:39 AM IST

AFI to consider Tejaswin for Asiad despite missing Inter-State competition

Tejaswin had won a bronze medal in the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 9:33 AM IST

Doha Dimaond League: Neeraj Chopra eyes fresh start after injury-hit season

Returning to competition after a nine-month absence caused by a back injury, India's Olympic champion says he is fit and ready for a demanding year featuring the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games

Updated On: 19 Jun 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

Dhiraj's road to archery World Cup double gold built on family sacrifice

Born in Sikkim while his father worked with former Sikkim Assembly Speaker Kalawati Subba, Dhiraj later moved with his family to their native village of Royyuru near Vijayawada

Updated On: 15 Jun 2026 | 9:42 AM IST

India stun Olympic champions Korea twice for historic World Cup double

Dhiraj Bommadevara starred for India, teaming up with 17-year-old Kumkum Mohod to upset Olympic champions Korea before defeating Olympic bronze medallist Lee Woo Seok for his maiden World Cup gold.

Updated On: 15 Jun 2026 | 9:32 AM IST

BCCI picks full-strength squad for Asian Games 2026, includes Bumrah, Iyer

India's gold medal-winning captain at the Asian Games 2022 will not be part of India's 15-member squad in 2026

Updated On: 06 Jun 2026 | 3:08 PM IST

Antim to Aman: Full list of Indian wrestlers qualified for Asian Games 2026

Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat and former world U20 champion Antim Panghal headlined the selections after winning their respective categories

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Satwik-Chirag Singapore Open win boosts India's Asian Games 2026 hopes

Satwik and Chirag's win has not only ended their two-year-long wait for a trophy but also made them the first Indian pair to win the men's doubles event of the tournament

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

Vinesh misses Asian Games spot after crashing out of semifinals in trials

Vinesh began her campaign in the trials with a comfortable 7-1 victory over Jyoti before surviving a stern challenge from Nishu Kumari in the quarterfinals

Updated On: 30 May 2026 | 6:19 PM IST

Vinesh set for Asian Games trials in 53kg category as WFI reverses decision

The decision has set up an intriguing battle in the women's 53kg division, with Vinesh expected to compete against former world championships medallist Antim Panghal

Updated On: 30 May 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

Delhi HC slams WFI over criteria ruling Vinesh Phogat ineligible to compete

Phogat, who is attempting a return after a maternity break, challenged the WFI's decision after being declared ineligible under revised rules linked to retirement and anti-doping regulations

Updated On: 22 May 2026 | 4:25 PM IST

Asian Games 2026: Deepika, Atanu miss out as India announces archery squad

India enjoyed its best-ever archery campaign at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, where a 16-member contingent returned with nine medals

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 3:17 PM IST

CWG, Asian Games preparation in turmoil as BFI-SAI conflict intensifies

The latest confrontation between the two sports authorities emerged after SAI directed the BFI to halt the proposed assessment tests for the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games squads

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 3:20 PM IST

Asian Games 2026 live telecast: Sony acquires broadcasting rights for India

The Games will be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4, 2026, with live coverage available on Sony Sports Network channels and streaming platform Sony LIV

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

How rise in doping cases can impact India's performance in global events

India has topped WADA's doping charts for three straight years, raising concerns over its global sporting credibility

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 5:37 PM IST

Komalika pushes for Asian Games comeback with strong work ethic

Once seen as the next big thing in Indian archery after Deepika Kumari, the 24-year-old has slipped to a lowly 498 in world rankings and is currently out of the national team since 2024

Updated On: 30 Mar 2026 | 3:01 PM IST