Asian Games 2026: Pooja Bags Bronze, Becomes First Indian to Win Asiad Medal in Women’s High Jump in 24 Years

Asian Games 2026: Pooja Wins Women’s High Jump Bronze, Ends India’s 24-Year Medal Wait

Pooja won bronze in the women’s high jump final at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Tuesday, ending India’s 24-year wait for an Asiad medal in the event. The national record-holder cleared 1.84m, while Uzbekistan’s Sayfullaeva won gold and Kazakhstan’s Kristina Ovchinnikova took silver.

Asian Games 2026: India's Pooja Wins Bronze in Women's High Jump

Pooja cleared 1.84m to finish third on the podium in a closely contested competition

Pooja wins high jump bronze at Asian Games 2026 - The Tribune

Indian athlete Pooja clinched the bronze medal in the women’s high jump event at the Asian Games 2026 after producing a strong performance in the final on Tuesday.

Pooja Singh bags Asian Games bronze in women’s high jump, ends India's 24-year wait

Uzbekistan’s Sayfullaeva won gold with a personal best of 1.90m, while Kazakhstan’s Kristina Ovchinnikova took silver after clearing 1.87m.

Pooja Singh Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s High Jump | 🏆 LatestLY

Indian high jumper Pooja Singh has secured a bronze medal in the Women's High Jump event at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games today, September 29, 2026. The 19-year-old athlete, known for her national record-breaking performances, showcased her talent at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. 🏆 Pooja Singh Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s High Jump.

Asian Games 2026: Pooja bags bronze, becomes first Indian to win Asiad medal in women’s high jump in 24 years

National Record-holder Pooja bagged bronze in the women’s high jump final at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Tuesday.