India Earns 7 Medals on Day 9 of 2023 Asian Games
On the ninth day of the 2023 Asian Games, India continued to shine, adding seven more medals to their tally. This remarkable achievement places India in fourth position on the medal table, with a total of 60 medals, including 13 gold, 24 silver, and 23 bronze.
The day began with a historic feat in table tennis, as the Indian duo of Sutirtha Mukherjee and Ayhika Mukherjee secured a bronze medal in the women’s doubles event. This marked India’s first-ever medal in this category at the Asian Games, despite a hard-fought 3-4 loss to their North Korean opponents in the semifinals.
In the realm of skating, India showcased its prowess with a bronze medal in the women’s 3000m speed skating relay race, thanks to the efforts of Sanjana Bhatula, Karthika Jagadeeswaran, Heeral Sadhu, and Aarathy Kastury. The men’s team, comprising Aryanpal Ghuman, Anandkumar Velkumar, Siddhant Kamble, and Vikram Ingale, matched this achievement with another bronze in the men’s 3000m speed skating relay race.
Athletics also contributed significantly to India’s success on Day 9, with four medals in the bag. These achievements underscore the talent and dedication of Indian athletes as they continue to make their mark on the international stage.
With the Asian Games ongoing, India’s performance continues to inspire and captivate the nation, showcasing the country’s sporting prowess and determination.
Re-reported from the article originally published in The Quint
