Gold in Olympics: Asian Games champion Suruchi Singh sets sights on next goal
Asian Games champion Suruchi Singh targets Olympic gold after smashing Asian record in 10m air pistol mixed team event.
Indian shooting sensation Suruchi Singh has officially set her sights on the ultimate prize: Olympic gold. After a historic performance at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, the Jhajjar-born athlete is ready to take her precision and talent to the world's biggest sporting stage.
A Record-Breaking Gold Medal Performance
Suruchi Singh, alongside her mixed doubles partner Kamaljeet, delivered a masterclass in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. The Indian duo didn't just win the gold; they rewrote the history books by smashing the existing Asian record.
The pair finished the final with a staggering total of 484.6 points, surpassing the previous record of 481.3 points set by Uzbekistan earlier this year in New Delhi. Their dominance was clear as they left the competition far behind:
- Gold: India (Suruchi Singh & Kamaljeet) – 484.6 points
- Silver: South Korea – 478.0 points
- Bronze: Iran – 415.8 points
The Dream of Olympic Glory
Returning to her roots in Jhajjar, Haryana, Suruchi expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming support from the nation. While the Asian Games gold is a monumental achievement, she revealed that her ambitions extend far beyond the continental level.
"I want to thank the entire country for the wonderful welcome and the blessings they have showered upon me. I hope their blessings continue so that I can win even more medals for my country… I have just one dream that is gold in the Olympics," she said.
India's Dominant Run at the Asian Games
Suruchi's victory was part of a highly successful Day 9 for Team India at the Aichi-Nagoya games. The Indian contingent showed incredible depth across various disciplines, securing a massive haul of medals.
On Monday alone, India claimed eight medals, including four silvers and four bronzes in athletics, shooting, and kurash. Furthermore, three Indian boxers have already secured their spots in the semifinals, guaranteeing more medals for the nation.
With the latest additions, India's total medal tally at the 2026 Asian Games has climbed to 45 medals, broken down as follows:
- Gold: 4
- Silver: 20
- Bronze: 21