Sheetal Devi Equals World Record at Asian Para Games 2026
Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi matched the world record score of 704 out of 720 in the compound archery qualification round at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games. She also teamed up with Toman Kumar to set a new mixed team world record of 1,402 points.
What happened
At the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan, Indian armless para-archer Sheetal Devi delivered an exceptional performance in the compound women's individual qualification round. She scored 704 out of a maximum possible 720 points across 72 arrows, securing the top seeding on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multipurpose Square.
Devi's score of 704 equalled the women's compound world record held by Türkiye's Öznur Cüre Girdi, which was established at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. During the round, Devi shot 352 points in each half and recorded 57 perfect 10s, including 32 inner 10s. This performance broke her own continental Asian record of 698 points set in Bangkok in March 2026 and surpassed her previous Asian Para Games record of 680 points from Hangzhou 2023.
In addition to her individual success, Sheetal Devi partnered with Toman Kumar to set a new world record in the compound mixed team qualification round with a combined score of 1,402 points. Toman Kumar contributed 698 points to finish third in the men's qualification. Devi also paired with Payal Nag to establish new Asian and Games records in the compound women's doubles qualification with a total of 1,379 points.
Important dates
| Compound Archery Qualification Rounds | 19 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games Start Date | 18 October 2026 |
📌 Static GK links
- Host City of the 2026 Asian Para Games: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- Previous Edition Venue: Hangzhou, China (2023).
- Sport Discipline: Para Archery (Compound).
What candidates should do
- Note down the exact score of 704/720 and the name of the Turkish archer (Öznur Cüre Girdi) for matching records.
- Memorize the mixed team world record score of 1402 achieved by Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar.
- Revise the host city and venue details of major international multi-sport events scheduled for 2026.
PrepZen analysis
Sheetal Devi's achievement at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games highlights the rapid advancement of Indian para-athletes on the international stage. Equalling a world record previously held by a Paralympic champion underscores her consistency and technical mastery in compound archery using her unique technique.
For competitive exam aspirants, questions from this news item are likely to feature in current affairs sections covering sports milestones, international competitions, record-breaking performances, and specific statistics such as qualification scores and partner names.
Practice questions
Q1. What score did Sheetal Devi achieve to equal the world record in the compound archery qualification at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games?
Q2. Who partnered with Sheetal Devi to set the mixed team world record of 1,402 points at the 2026 Asian Para Games?
She equalled Turkish para-archer Öznur Cüre Girdi's qualification mark.
Devi paired with Toman Kumar to set mixed team world record of 1402.
🎯 Key Point: Sheetal Devi equalled compound para-archery qualification world record at 704.
FAQs
What record did Sheetal Devi equal at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games?
Sheetal Devi equalled the women's compound archery qualification world record by scoring 704 out of 720 points, matching the mark set by Türkiye's Öznur Cüre Girdi at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Where are the 2026 Asian Para Games being held?
The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games are being held in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
What was the mixed team world record score set by India at the games?
Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar set a new mixed team world record of 1,402 points in the compound division qualification.
Who did Sheetal Devi partner with for the women's doubles record?
Sheetal Devi partnered with Payal Nag to establish new Asian and Games records in the compound women's doubles qualification with 1,379 points.
Sources and references
- ddnews.gov.in (ddnews.gov.in) Official
- olympics.com (www.olympics.com) Official
- gktoday.in (www.gktoday.in)
- paralympic.org (www.paralympic.org)
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