Indian Golf Star Aditi Ashok Shines with Silver in Historic Asian Games Win

Aditi Ashok, India's golfing sensation, etched her name in the  Asian Games history by becoming the first female golfer to clinch a medal in the women's individual event. Aditi's remarkable performance at the 19th Asian Games secured her a silver medal with a score of -17 at Par. Prior to this achievement, Indian women had never won a medal in golf at the Asian Games.

Throughout the competition, Aditi Ashok displayed exceptional skill and composure, leading the leaderboard for three rounds. However, the final round saw some intense competition, ultimately landing her the silver medal. Thailand's Arpichaya Yubol claimed the gold medal with a score of -19 at Par, while South Korea's Hyunjo Yoo secured the bronze with a score of -16 at Par.

In the women's team event, the Indian contingent put up a commendable performance, finishing fourth with a combined score of 22 at Par. Thailand emerged victorious with the gold, Korea secured the silver, and China took home the bronze. Meanwhile, in the men's individual event, Anirban Lahiri continues to strive for a medal, aiming to bring further glory to India in the field of golf at the 19th Asian Games.