India’s squash teams settle for bronze after semifinal defeats
India’s men’s and women’s squash teams won bronze medals at the Asian Games 2026. Both lost their semifinals on October 1 at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena. India ended the squash campaign with five medals.
The men lost 2-1 to Malaysia. Abhay Singh, the singles silver medallist, lost 3-0 to Eain Yow. Veer Chotrani levelled the tie with a 3-0 win over Sanjay Jeeva. Velavan Senthilkumar lost the decider 3-1 to Ameeshenraj Chandaran after winning the first game.
The women lost 2-1 to Hong Kong, China. Anahat Singh lost 3-2 to Chan Sin Yuk. Tanvi Khanna levelled with a 3-1 win over Lee Ka Yi. Joshna Chinappa lost the decider 3-0 to Ho Tze Lok.
India were the defending men’s team champions from Hangzhou. President Droupadi Murmu congratulated both teams on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the women’s team for a spirited effort. He said the success will motivate youngsters toward squash.
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