Niru Dhanda and Kinan Chenai set Asian record to win trap mixed gold

In the mixed trap shooting final at the 2026 Asian Games, the Indian pair of Niru Dhanda and Kinan Chenai achieved a score of 34 points, establishing a new Asian Games record. Their consistency secured the gold medal ahead of Qatar (32 points) and China (23 points).

The performance is particularly significant for Dhanda, who now holds three Asian Games medals – a previous silver in the women’s trap team event, an individual gold in trap shooting, and this latest mixed team gold.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s office congratulated the duo, emphasizing the historic nature of their achievement for Indian shooting and wishing them continued success in future competitions.