Indian women's hockey team wins Asian Games gold medal by defeating China.

• The Indian women's hockey team clinched the gold medal by defeating China 1-0 in the Asian Games final held in Nagoya, Japan, on October 2, 2026.

• With this victory, the Indian team reclaimed the Asian Games women's hockey title after a gap of 44 years; India had previously won gold in this event in 1982.

• This historic success also secured the team direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

• In other words, along with the Asian Games title, the Indian women's hockey team also booked its ticket to the Olympics.

• In recognition of this achievement, Hockey India has announced a cash reward.

• Each player of the winning team will receive ₹11 lakh, while each member of the support staff will be awarded ₹5.5 lakh.

• This gesture serves to acknowledge the contributions of the players and support staff while boosting morale for continued excellence in Indian women's hockey.