Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally Updated: India Win 5th Gold, Jump To 11th Place
Stay updated with the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games medal tally as of September 29, 2026. China dominates with 134 gold medals, leading Japan and South Korea in a display of athletic prowess. India is currently in 12th place, having secured 4 gold, 21 silver, and 21 bronze medals, totaling 46.
The 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, are in full swing, delivering thrilling performances and unexpected upsets as athletes from across the continent vie for glory. With Day 11 concluding on September 29, 2026, the People's Republic of China has solidified its lead on the medal table, showcasing its enduring prowess across various disciplines. Neeru Dhanda Wins Gold Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s Trap Shooting.
Currently, China stands far ahead of its competitors with an impressive haul of 132 gold, 53 silver, and 45 bronze medals, accumulating a grand total of 230 medals. Following China, host nation Japan has secured the second spot, demonstrating a formidable showing with 41 gold, 68 silver, and 63 bronze medals, totaling 172. The Republic of Korea rounds out the top three, having earned 21 gold, 26 silver, and 44 bronze medals for a total of 91.
India's Performance at Aichi-Nagoya 2026
India, a prominent contender at the Asian Games, is currently placed 12th in the overall medal standings. The Indian contingent has so far secured 4 gold, 20 silver, and 21 bronze medals, bringing their total count to 45. This tally reflects consistent efforts across various sports, with athletes pushing to add more accolades to the nation's name.
Recent medal wins for India include a silver by shooter Esha Singh in the Women's 25m air pistol event and silvers by Gulveer Singh (1500m), Sreeshankar Murali (long jump), and Yashvir Singh (javelin) in athletics. Pincky Balhara also added a bronze in Kurash women's 78 kg category. The Indian women's cricket team and the men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured gold medals. India at Asian Games 2026: Day 11 Full Schedule of Indian Athletes in Action Today on September 29.
Current Asian Games 2026 Medal Standings (As of September 29, 2026)
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 135 | 55 | 46 | 236 |
| 2 | Japan | 42 | 68 | 63 | 173 |
| 3 | South Korea | 22 | 26 | 44 | 92 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 13 | 17 | 13 | 43 |
| 5 | Thailand | 10 | 8 | 12 | 30 |
| 6 | Kazakhstan | 9 | 13 | 25 | 47 |
| 7 | Bahrain | 9 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| 8 | Iran | 8 | 15 | 11 | 34 |
| 9 | North Korea | 7 | 5 | 5 | 17 |
| 10 | Malaysia | 6 | 4 | 9 | 19 |
| 11 | India | 5 | 21 | 21 | 47 |
| 12 | Hong Kong, China | 5 | 12 | 18 | 35 |
*Medal tally updated as of September 29, 2026, 11:40AM IST.
With several days of competition still remaining until the closing ceremony on October 4, 2026, the medal standings are expected to see further shifts. Teams will be pushing hard to improve their positions and clinch more medals in the final stages of the games.
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