Gulveer Singh Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Men’s 1500m
Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh clinched a silver medal in the Men's 1500m final at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 on September 28. Clocking a time of 3:36.72, Singh secured his second silver medal at the Games, showcasing his exceptional talent and tactical racing prowess.
India’s long-distance star Gulveer Singh showcased immense grit and tactical prowess, securing a silver medal in the Men’s 1500m final at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 today, Monday, September 28. Clocking a remarkable time of 3:36.72, Singh delivered a stellar performance at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. Vithya Ramraj Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s 400m Hurdles.
A Race of Tactical Brilliance
The 1500m final, held at 4:35 PM IST (8:05 PM JST) on Monday, September 28, saw a fierce contest for the podium. Gulveer, a Naib Subedar in the Indian Army, strategically positioned himself throughout the race, unleashing a powerful kick in the final lap. He was narrowly edged out by Japan's Kazuto Iizawa, who claimed the gold medal with a new Games Record of 3:36.35. The bronze medal went to another Japanese athlete, Nagiya Mori, who finished in 3:37.92. India's other representative in the final, Yoonus Shah, finished ninth with a time of 3:43.88.
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This silver medal is Gulveer Singh's second at the current Aichi-Nagoya Games. Just days earlier, on Friday, September 25, the 28-year-old had also clinched a silver in the Men's 10,000m event, clocking 28:29.38. His impressive medal haul makes him the first Indian athlete to win medals at multiple editions of the Asian Games in the Men's 10,000m, having previously secured a bronze in Hangzhou 2023.
A Season of Unprecedented Achievements
Gulveer Singh's 2026 season has been nothing short of spectacular. Prior to his Asian Games heroics, he had already made waves at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where he secured a silver medal in the 10,000m and a bronze in the 5,000m, becoming the first Indian track and field athlete to win two medals at a single edition of the Commonwealth Games. In March 2026, he etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to complete a half-marathon in under an hour, clocking 59 minutes and 42 seconds at the New York City Half Marathon. Pincky Balhara Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Kurash.
His remarkable form extends to national and continental records, holding Indian national records in the 3000m, 5000m (outdoor), 10,000m, and 25km. He also holds the Asian record for the indoor 5000m with a time of 12:59.77. His double gold medal win at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, in both the 5000m and 10,000m events further solidified his status as one of Asia's top long-distance runners.
Gulveer Singh's relentless pursuit of excellence and his consistent podium finishes on the international stage mark him as a true beacon for Indian athletics, promising even greater achievements in the years to come.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 28, 2026 05:24 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).