Recurve Team Secures Gold in Dramatic Shoot-Off
Shanghai - India's women's recurve archery team, featuring Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod, has clinched the gold medal at Stage 2 of the Archery World Cup. The trio edged out the favored Chinese team in a tense shoot-off, a victory that marks their first World Cup title in five years. This achievement is India's seventh in the recurve women's team event.
The Indian squad secured the win with a score of 5-4, prevailing in a decisive shoot-off after a closely contested match. The decisive moment saw veteran archer Deepika Kumari deliver a critical 9 under pressure in the final arrow, sealing the victory. The team's performance also included a notable win against the historically dominant South Korean team in the semifinals.
Kumari's Continued Dominance and Broader Context
This win elevates Deepika Kumari's individual World Cup gold medal count to 12, bringing her level with Jyothi Surekha Vennam for the most World Cup titles by an Indian athlete. The Shanghai triumph signifies a significant moment for Indian recurve archery, underscoring a campaign marked by consistent performance across rounds.
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The tournament has seen India secure multiple podium finishes. Compound archer Pravin Jadhav had previously contributed a bronze medal in the individual section on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Meanwhile, Simranjeet Kaur remains in contention for an individual medal, with her semifinal match scheduled for later on Sunday.
The team, which included the 17-year-old Kumkum Mohod, entered the final match with a sense of confidence, challenging the notion of being underdogs. This victory represents one of India's more impactful team titles in recent times, contributing to their first recurve medal of the year.
