India Beat Malaysia, Retain Asian Games Hockey Gold

India created history at Asian Games 2026 by defeating Malaysia 5-1 in the men's hockey final and retaining gold medal. Harmanpreet Singh scored twice, while Jugraj Singh, Hardik and Shilanand Lakra added goals. The victory secured India's direct qualification for LA28 Olympics. For first time, India's men's and women's hockey teams won gold in the same Games.