Quimcy Dsouza started strong by taking the first set 12-7 against Indonesia's Sumaya. However, Sumaya mounted a fierce comeback, winning the next two sets 12-9 and 12-7 to take the match 2-1. Despite the tough semifinal defeat, Quimcy moves forward to face Dy Koemyean in the bronze medal match.
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Quimcy Dsouza Narrowly Loses Semifinal, To Compete For Bronze
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score Updates, Day 1: Check real-time updates of India's events at the Asian Games 2026 at Aichi-Nagoya on September 19
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Welcome to the live coverage of Day 1's events of India at the Asian Games 2026. India's Day 1 in Aichi-Nagoya is headlined by Teqball, one of two sports added to the Games' medal programme this edition, with the Indian contingent already carrying momentum from a dramatic Friday. Quimcy Joaquim Dsouza and Mohamed Anas Imran Beg fought through a rollercoaster mixed doubles campaign on September 18 — two wins and two defeats in the group stage, a quarter-final exit to Vietnam that ended their gold and silver hopes, and a fighting repechage win over the Philippines that sets up a bronze medal match on Sunday. Dsouza now switches focus to her individual medal event. Having topped her group with wins over Japan and Cambodia, she faces Indonesia's Sumaya in the Women's Singles semi-final at 6:30 AM — the standout fixture in a morning that also features India's other teqball semi-finals, official practice for the women's 10m air rifle shooters, and non-India basketball and handball fixtures, before the Games are formally opened at 2:30 PM. Get the live updates of India's events with us.
LIVE UPDATES
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Quimcy Will Take On Dy Koemyean In The Bronze Medal Match!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Sumaya Scripts A Comeback!
Quimcy Dsouza fought tenaciously through a blistering exchange before narrowly dropping a hard-fought third set to Indonesia's Sumaya in their gripping Asian Games semifinal. Despite a valiant effort and brilliant tactical rallies on the curved table, the Indian contender fell just short in the decisive set, bringing an intense conclusion to a magnificent, high-stakes battle.
Final Scorecard
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Quimcy Trails Behind!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Sumaya Not Giving Up Easily!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Quimcy Maintains The Lead!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Quimcy Takes Early Lead In The Third Set!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Sumaya Fights Back!
Sumaya bounced back strongly, winning the second set to level the match against Quimcy Dsouza in the semifinal.
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1:Tight Second Set!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1:Tight Second Set!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1:Quimcy Dsouza Wins The First Set!
Quimcy Dsouza claimed the first set against Indonesia's Sumaya, dominating the opening exchange in the Asian Games semifinal.
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1:Quimcy Dsouza Semi Final Against Indonesia's Sumaya!
India’s campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games reaches a crucial juncture as teqball star Quimcy Joaquim Dsouza takes on Indonesia’s Sumaya in the women’s singles semifinals.
Having topped Group A following a stunning comeback win over top-seeded Japanese player Yuina Sakamoto and a clinical straight-sets victory over Cambodia's Koemyean DY, Dsouza is just one win away from assuring India of its first-ever medal in teqball, which is making its official debut at the continental showpiece.
A victory in this clash will secure at least a silver medal for the 24-year-old Mumbaikar, while a defeat will still leave her with an opportunity to fight for a bronze medal. All eyes are on the table as Dsouza looks to make history for the nation in the football-table tennis hybrid sport. Stay tuned for live game updates!
India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Asian Games Opening Ceremony Streaming!
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India At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Score, Day 1: Big Update!
Kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat replaces shot-putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor as India's flag-bearer for the Asian Games opening ceremony.
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