New Faces Shine in India's Archery Trials for Asian Games
Veteran archers like Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das failed to make the Indian squad for the Asian Games after rigorous trials. Emerging talents such as Kirti Sharma and Ankita Bhakat led the women's recurve section, while Dhiraj Bommadevara topped the men's recurve trials. Jyothi Surekha Vennam remains a key figure in the women's compound team amid major upsets in the trials.
In a surprising turn of events, veteran Indian archers including Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das did not make the cut for the Asian Games squad following intense selection trials. The trials, conducted over three days under challenging windy conditions, concluded on Monday.
Fresh talents emerged during the trials, with teenagers Kirti Sharma and Kumkum Mohod securing spots in the women's recurve team, while Olympian Ankita Bhakat clinched the final berth after a decisive shoot-off victory against Deepika. In the men's recurve category, Dhiraj Bommadevara dominated from start to finish, topping the trials.
The compound section witnessed significant shifts, though veteran Jyothi Surekha Vennam remains a constant as she leads the women's team. The trials highlighted new talent, with young archers stepping up and proving their mettle against seasoned veterans, setting the stage for an exciting Asian Games.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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