Asian Games 2026 Table Tennis: India Wins Bronze

Asian Games 2026 Table Tennis delivered another medal moment for India as Manush Shah and Diya Chitale secured the bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles event at the 2026 Asian Games. The Indian pair, both TOPS Core athletes, battled China’s Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha in the semifinal but went down 0–4.

Despite the semifinal defeat, the result guarantees another table tennis medal for India and adds to the country’s strong record in the sport at the Asian Games.

India Secures Bronze in Mixed Doubles

In the Asian Games 2026 Table Tennis Mixed Doubles semifinal, Manush Shah and Diya Chitale faced a formidable Chinese combination in Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha.

The Indian duo fought hard throughout the contest but could not overcome the Chinese pair, eventually losing 0–4. The game scores were:

Game 1: India 8–11 China

Game 2: India 5–11 China

Game 3: India 8–11 China

Game 4: India 2–11 China

The result ended India's hopes of reaching the Mixed Doubles final, but the semifinal appearance ensured a bronze medal for the Indian pair.

Fourth Asian Games Table Tennis Medal for India
The bronze medal is India's fourth Asian Games table tennis medal, highlighting the country's continued presence on the continental stage.

It is also India's second medal in the Mixed Doubles event at the Asian Games. The achievement further strengthens India's medal record in table tennis and extends the country's medal streak across three consecutive editions of the Asian Games.

Manush Shah and Diya Chitale's Campaign

Manush Shah and Diya Chitale entered the Mixed Doubles competition with expectations of making a strong impact. Their run to the semifinals ensured India another place on the Asian Games medal table.

Both players are listed as TOPS Core athletes, reflecting their inclusion in India's high-performance sports support system.

Although the semifinal against China proved challenging, the Indian pair's bronze-winning performance remains a significant result for Indian table tennis.

China Proves Strong in Semifinal

China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha produced a consistent performance to secure a 4–0 victory. The Chinese pair maintained control across all four games, preventing the Indian duo from building a comeback.