Asian Games 2023: Overall medals total, October 2 - LIVE - Parul, Priti win silver and bronze in women's 3000m SC; Ancy wins long jump silver; India wins mixed 4x400m relay silver; Ayhika-Sutirtha duo wins TT bronze; India continues in fourth place with 60 medals, 13 golds.

 Exciting News at the Asian Games 2023: India's Medal Tally Soars!

Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your seats because India is making history at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China! We're thrilled to announce that our incredible athletes have propelled us to the fourth position in the medal standings, and the excitement is contagious!

As the scoreboard proudly displays, India has secured a remarkable 13 gold, 24 silver, and 23 bronze medals – a testament to the unwavering dedication and unparalleled talent of our athletes.

But the excitement doesn't stop there! Just recently, on an electrifying Sunday, our athletes and sharpshooters showcased their prowess, grabbing an impressive 15 medals. This achievement marked a milestone for India as we soared past the 50-medal mark, leaving our competitors in awe.

Adding to our medal haul, our women's speed skating team, consisting of the dynamic quartet Sanjana Bathula, Karthika Jagadeeswaran, Heeral Sadhu, and Aarathy Kasturi Raj, clinched a well-deserved bronze medal in the intense 3000m relay race. And the momentum continued with our men's team, featuring Aryanpal Ghuman, Anand Velkumar, Siddhant Kamble, and Vikram Ingale, who secured another glorious bronze.

But that's not all! In a gripping showdown, the dynamic Indian duo of Sutirtha Mukherjee and Ayhika Mukherjee fought valiantly in the women's doubles semifinal, ultimately clinching the bronze medal. It was a heart-pounding match against the formidable Republic of North Korea's Cha Suyong and Pak Sugyong.

Our track and field stars also shone brightly. Parul Chaudhary and Priti Lamba displayed incredible grit and determination to bag silver and bronze medals in the challenging women's 300m Steeplechase. Meanwhile, Ancy Sojan leaped her way into glory with a personal best, securing the women's long jump silver. Adding to the excitement, our 4x400m mixed relay team had their medal upgraded to silver due to Sri Lanka's lane infringement, further cementing our position in the rankings.

The Asian Games 2023 is not just a sporting event; it's a stage where dreams become reality, where passion meets excellence, and where India shines brighter than ever before. As we continue our thrilling journey in Hangzhou, let's rally behind our champions, celebrate their victories, and look forward to even more exhilarating moments that await us on this grand stage of competition! Go, Team India! 🥇🥈🥉🇮🇳✨