Asian Games 2023 Day 11 Highlights: India Shines in Multiple Events
India’s athletes demonstrated their prowess on Day 11 of the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China. Here are the key highlights:
1. Neeraj Chopra Strikes Gold in Javelin Throw
– India’s Neeraj Chopra claimed the spotlight in the Men’s Javelin throw event, clinching the coveted gold medal.
– Kishore Jena, another Indian athlete, showcased an impressive performance and secured the silver medal.
2. Gold Glory in Compound Archery Mixed Team Event
– India celebrated a triumph in the compound archery mixed team event, with Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Pravin Ojas Deotale securing the gold medal.
3. Lovlina Borgohain’s Silver in Women’s 75kg Boxing
– Lovlina Borgohain, representing India in the Women’s 75kg boxing category, exhibited exceptional skill to win the silver medal.
– She faced a formidable opponent in China’s Li Qian in the championship bout.
4. India’s Medal Tally and Squash Success
– India maintained its strong presence on the medal tally, currently standing fourth overall.
– Squash duo Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh contributed to India’s medal count, earning a bronze medal in mixed doubles.
5. Neeraj Chopra and Kishore Kumar Jena in Javelin Throw
– Neeraj Chopra, hailed as India’s golden boy, continued his quest for glory in the men’s javelin throw final.
– Kishore Kumar Jena aimed for a podium finish in the same event, showcasing India’s strength in the sport.
6. Women’s 800m Finals and Harmilan Bains
– In the women’s 800m finals, India had representatives in Harmilan Bains and Chanda.
– Harmilan, a silver medalist in the women’s 1500m earlier, sought to add another medal to her collection at the continental event.
– India also had contenders in Avinash Sable for the men’s 5000m and Gulveer Singh in the same event.
7. Indian Men’s Hockey Semifinal
– The Indian men’s hockey team battled it out in the semifinals against Korea, aiming for a spot in the finals.
8. Star Shuttlers in Action
– Renowned Indian shuttlers, including PV Sindhu, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth, took to the court to showcase their skills.
Key Highlights of Day 11:
1. Neeraj Chopra secures GOLD in javelin throw, while Kishore Jena captures silver.
2. India clinches gold in the archery mixed team event.
3. Lovlina Borgohain claims silver in the 75kg boxing category.
4. Avinash Sable secures silver in the 5000m race.
5. India wins the gold medal in the men’s 4x400m relay event.
