Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally Updated: China Grip on Top Spot, India Slips to 13th on Day 5
Stay updated with the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games medal tally as of September 23. Discover country-wise gold, silver, and bronze counts, with China leading the pack with 48 golds. India holds the 13th position with 12 medals, including Mirabai Chanu's historic weightlifting silver, men's badminton bronze, and multiple skeet and soft tennis medals.
As the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games enter Day 5 on Wednesday, September 23, the People's Republic of China has firmly established its lead at the top of the medal standings. With an impressive haul of 48 gold, 20 silver, and 10 bronze medals, China's athletes have showcased exceptional performances across various disciplines, bringing their total medal count to 78. Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women's 49kg Weightlifting.
Hosts Japan are currently holding onto the second position with 15 gold, 25 silver, and 27 bronze medals, tallying 67 medals in total. Close behind, South Korea occupies the third spot with 8 gold, 8 silver, and 25 bronze medals, making for an exciting battle at the top of the leaderboard.
Current Medal Standings (As of September 23, 2026)
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 48 | 20 | 10 | 78 |
| 2 | Japan | 15 | 25 | 27 | 67 |
| 3 | South Korea | 8 | 8 | 25 | 41 |
| 4 | Kazakhstan | 7 | 4 | 8 | 19 |
| 5 | Thailand | 5 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 6 | Hong Kong | 3 | 6 | 7 | 16 |
| 7 | Iran | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| 8 | Malaysia | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9 |
| 9 | North Korea | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| 10 | Kuwait | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 13 | India | 1 | 5 | 6 | 12 |
India's Performance Update
India has had a productive Day 5, adding several medals to their tally and moving to the 13th spot overall. The nation now boasts a total of 12 medals, comprising one gold, five silver, and six bronze. India Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Men's Badminton Team Event.
A significant achievement came from Mirabai Chanu, who clinched a historic silver medal in women's weightlifting (49kg), marking her first-ever Asian Games medal and ending India's 28-year wait for a weightlifting podium finish at the event. The men's badminton team secured a bronze medal after a hard-fought semifinal loss to China. Further bronze medals were added by the men's and women's skeet teams. Jay Meena also secured a bronze medal in men's singles soft tennis, a historic first for India in the sport.
With more events underway, including Roshibina Devi's guaranteed silver in the women's 60kg wushu final, India aims to further improve its position in the coming days. The competition remains fierce as athletes vie for glory at Asia's premier sporting spectacle.
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