Joshana Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar Win Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Squash Mixed Doubles
Indian squash players Joshana Chinappa (40) and Velavan Senthilkumar (28) secured a bronze medal in Mixed Doubles at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. They lost their semi-final match on September 26 to Hong Kong, China's Lee Ka Yi and Tang Ming Hong.
Veteran Indian squash player Joshana Chinappa, alongside her partner Velavan Senthilkumar, today clinched a bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles event at the ongoing Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. The Indian duo's impressive run came to an end in the semi-finals against Hong Kong, China's formidable pair, Lee Ka Yi and Tang Ming Hong, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena. India Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s 50m Rifle 3P Team.
Chinappa and Senthilkumar put up a spirited fight but ultimately fell to their opponents with a scoreline of 10-11, 2-11, 10-11. Despite the semi-final loss, their advancement to this stage guaranteed India a podium finish, as both losing semi-finalists are awarded bronze medals in squash.
Road to the Bronze
The Indian pair showcased their dominance in the quarter-finals, where they comfortably defeated David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado of the Philippines 11-3, 11-5. This decisive victory, achieved in under half an hour on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena, propelled them into the medal rounds and assured India of at least a bronze.
A Milestone for Chinappa
For the 40-year-old Joshana Chinappa (born September 15, 1986), this bronze medal holds particular significance, marking her record seventh appearance at the Asian Games and her sixth career medal at the continental multi-sport event. Her enduring career continues to inspire, making her one of India's most decorated squash players. Velavan Senthilkumar, aged 28 (born March 26, 1998), is making his debut at the Asian Games and has made an immediate impact by securing a medal for his nation. Sawan Barwal Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Men’s Marathon.
The squash events at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games are being held at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena, with mixed doubles matches commencing from 12:00 JST (08:30 IST) today.
This bronze medal further solidifies India's strong performance in squash at the Asian Games, building on past successes and demonstrating the depth of talent within the Indian contingent.
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