India defend Asian Games compound archery gold, beat China 238-234
Synopsis
India's women's compound archery trio did not just win gold — they defended it, beating China 238-234 with a world-record-equalling score in Okazaki. Having gone bronze in 2014 and silver in 2018, this back-to-back gold marks a genuine arc of excellence, and it came the hard way: past South Korea in the semis, then a perfect closing end to hold off a charging Chinese team.
Key Takeaways
India defeated China 238-234 in the women's compound team archery final at the Asian Games in Okazaki on 30 September .
The trio of Jyothi Surekha Vennam , Prithika Pradeep , and Chikitha Taniparthi successfully defended India's gold medal from the previous edition.
India's score of 238 matched the world record set by South Korea at the 2014 Incheon Games .
India had previously won bronze in 2014 and silver in 2018 in this event before their back-to-back gold run.
This is India's 7th gold at the current Asian Games; the overall tally stands at 53 medals (7 gold, 21 silver, 25 bronze).
India's women's compound archery team successfully defended their Asian Games title on 30 September in Okazaki, defeating China 238-234 in the final at the Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multipurpose Square. The triumphant trio of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep, and Chikitha Taniparthi sealed the gold with a score that matched the world-record mark set by South Korea at the 2014 Incheon Games.
Jyothi and Prithika on the Fighting Spirit
'I am very happy that today we gave our best performance and were able to win a gold medal for India... We were just self-motivated and were motivating each other that whatever happens, no matter what, we just have to give our best and fight till the very end,' Jyothi Surekha Vennam said after the win.
Prithika Pradeep echoed the sentiment, saying the final had delivered a major confidence boost despite the weight of expectation. 'It is good. Gained a lot of confidence from this win... There is pressure, but I just thought that I would take my shot and give my best. We have won this medal for India,' she said.
How India Won: End-by-End Breakdown
India seized control early, taking a 30-28 lead in the opening end. Despite Chikitha shooting a nine in the first rotation of End 2, Prithika and Jyothi remained flawless, consistently finding 10s. India stretched their advantage to 119-116 by the halfway mark.
China pushed back with perfect 10s in End 3, but India absorbed the pressure and held a 178-175 lead heading into the final end. When China fired three consecutive 10s in the last rotation to pile on the pressure, India responded with a perfect closing end — all 10s — to seal the title 238-234.
India's Asian Games Archery Journey
The victory marks a significant progression for Indian compound archery at the continental level. India had claimed bronze in 2014 and silver in 2018 before winning gold for the first time at the previous edition, a title they have now successfully retained. Before reaching the final, the Indian trio also defeated South Korea — the world-record holders — in the semifinal.
India's Medal Tally at the Asian Games
This gold is India's seventh at the ongoing edition of the Asian Games. The country's overall tally now stands at 53 medals — comprising 7 gold, 21 silver, and 25 bronze. The compound archery triumph adds to a growing sense of momentum for India's contingent at the continental showpiece.
Point of View
The world-record holders, was arguably the harder task. The final's closing end — all perfect 10s under maximum pressure from China — suggests this team has developed the mental infrastructure that separates medallists from champions. The question now is whether Indian archery's federation can sustain this pipeline beyond a single golden generation.
NationPress
30 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Did India win gold in women's compound archery at the 2023 Asian Games?
Yes. India's women's compound archery team won gold at the 2023 Asian Games in Okazaki on 30 September, defeating China 238-234 in the final. It is a successful title defence from the previous Asian Games.
Who were the three archers in India's gold-winning compound team?
The Indian trio comprised Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep, and Chikitha Taniparthi. All three competed in both the semifinal against South Korea and the final against China.
What is India's medal tally at the 2023 Asian Games?
As of 30 September, India's tally stands at 53 medals — 7 gold, 21 silver, and 25 bronze. The compound archery gold is India's seventh gold of the Games.
Did India set a world record in the compound archery final?
India's final score of 238 matched the world record in women's compound team archery, which was originally set by South Korea at the 2014 Incheon Games. India equalled, but did not surpass, that benchmark.
How did India progress to the women's compound archery final?
India defeated South Korea in the semifinal before facing China in the gold-medal match. South Korea are the holders of the world record in the event, making the semifinal win particularly significant.
