Sheetal Devi leads Indian archery in Asian Para Games 2026 (Credit: PTI)
\n\nStar Indian archer Sheetal Devi delivered a world record-equalling performance in the women’s compound archery qualification at the 2026 Asian Para Games, scoring 704 out of a possible 720 points. The 19-year-old para-archer not only equalled the world record of 704 but also surpassed the previous Asian record of 698 by six points, according to the qualification standings. Devi’s remarkable display puts her among the standout performers as India begins its campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Games in Japan.
\n\nFellow Indian archer Payal Nag put on an impressive performance as well by scoring 675 points to finish fifth in the qualification round. The performances provide India with an encouraging start in para-archery, with both archers looking to carry their form into the medal contests.
\n\nPayal Nag also delivered a strong performance in the women's compound qualification round, scoring 675 points to finish joint fifth in the standings, as per the results provided. Her performance enhances India's encouraging para-archery performance in the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya in 2026. Nag, an Odisha native, has become one of India's most promising para-archers and has won gold medals at the 2026 World…
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