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Indian Women Archers Stun China to Win Gold at Archery World Cup 2026

The Indian women's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod won the gold medal at the Archery World Cup 2026 in Shanghai. They edged past hosts China 28-26 in a shoot-off after the match was tied 4-4. This was Deepika's 39th World Cup podium finish and Kumkum's first-ever World Cup medal. India also earned a bronze medal through Sahil Jadhav in the men's individual compound event.

Key Points: Indian Archers Deepika, Ankita, Kumkum Win Gold in Shanghai

  • Indian women's recurve team wins gold at Archery World Cup 2026
  • Defeated China 28-26 in shoot-off after 4-4 tie
  • Deepika Kumari earns 39th World Cup podium finish
  • Kumkum Mohod wins maiden World Cup medal
  • India finishes campaign with two medals, including Sahil Jadhav's bronze
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Indian archers Deepika, Ankita, Kumkum stuns China to claim gold in Archery World Cup

India's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod clinched gold at the Archery World Cup 2026, defeating China in a shoot-off.

"The gold medal marked the 39th Archery World Cup podium finish for Deepika Kumari - Olympics.com"

Shanghai, May 10

The Indian women's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod clinched the gold medal at the Archery World Cup 2026 in Shanghai on Sunday, edging past hosts People's Republic of China in a shoot-off.

The fourth-seeded Indian trio defeated the second-seeded Chinese team of Zhu Jingyi, Huang Yuwei and Yu Qi 28-26 in the decider after the contest was locked 4-4 at the end of four sets.

Ankita Bhakat, who finished fourth at the Paris 2024 Olympics in the mixed team event with Dhiraj Bommadevara, opened the shoot-off with a 9 before Kumkum followed with a 10.

With 8 needed to seal the win, four-time Olympian Deepika shot a 9 to complete the victory, as per Olympics.com.

The gold medal marked the 39th Archery World Cup podium finish for Deepika Kumari, the eighth for Ankita Bhakat and the maiden World Cup medal for Kumkum Mohod. Earlier, in the women's recurve team semi-finals, India produced a commanding performance to stun 10-time Olympic champions and top seeds South Korea 5-1.

India wrapped up the Archery World Cup 2026 campaign with two medals, with Sahil Jadhav adding to the tally by clinching bronze in the men's individual compound event on Saturday.

Jadhav defeated Denmark's Martin Damsbo 147-144 in the bronze-medal playoff to claim his maiden Archery World Cup medal. Trailing 30-29 after the opening end, Jadhav staged a steady comeback over the next four ends to seal an impressive victory.

Meanwhile, Simranjeet Kaur narrowly missed out on a bronze medal on Sunday after suffering a 6-4 defeat to Jang Minhee of the Republic of Korea, a former world champion and Olympic team gold medallist.

- ANI

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Ravi K
Kya baat hai! Deepika Kumari is a legend—39 World Cup podiums is insane. And Ankita Bhakat showing her Olympic experience with that cool 9 in the shoot-off. But I hope the federation invests more in grassroots. We have talent like Kumkum coming up, but we need consistency at Olympics. Still, today we celebrate! 🇮🇳
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Aman W
Amazing win! But I'm a bit worried about the men's team—only Sahil Jadhav's bronze in compound. Recurve men need to step up. Still, gold against China and South Korea is monumental. Deepika's last arrow with 9 under pressure? Chills! More of this please, Indian archery. 🏅
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Sunil U
What a comeback from Sahil Jadhav in the compound event! Trailing 30-29 and then winning 147-144—that's grit. And the women's team? Unreal. But Simranjeet Kaur missing bronze by a whisker shows how competitive this sport is. We need to back these athletes with better facilities and foreign exposure. Well done, everyone!
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Nisha Z
Deepika Kumari is a true inspiration for young girls across India. Another gold! And Kumkum Mohod getting her first World Cup medal—this is how champions are born. 🏆 Also, respect to China for a tough fight. That shoot-off had my heart racing. Indian archery is rising, and I'm here for it!
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James A

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