Summary
India placed fourth overall, earning 85 medals – 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze.
The event highlighted historic achievements such as the first gold in women’s trap shooting and inaugural medals in soft tennis and mixed martial arts.
Key Points
4 points1
The meeting took place at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi and included athletes, coaches, and officials.
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India’s performance marked its second consecutive top‑five finish at the continental event.
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Notable firsts were a gold medal in women’s trap, medals in soft tennis and mixed martial arts, and a silver in weightlifting after 28 years.
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Representatives from the Indian Olympic Association and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports were present.
New Words to Learn
9 wordscontingent
the group of athletes representing a country
medal standings
the ranking of countries based on how many medals they win
disciplines
different sports or events
recurve archery
a type of archery using a bow that curves outward at the ends
trap shooting
a shooting sport where participants aim at clay targets launched into the air
mixed martial arts
a combat sport that combines techniques from various fighting styles
Greco‑Roman wrestling
a style of wrestling that allows holds only above the waist
National Sports Federation
the official body that manages a particular sport in the country
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
the government department responsible for youth programs and sports development
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