Sawan Barwal ends India’s 44-year wait with silver in 2026 Asian Games marathon
Athletics
Sawan Barwal won silver in the men's marathon at the 2026 Asian Games, ending India’s 44-year wait for a medal in the event.
He clocked a personal best of 2:11:37 and finished behind Japan’s Ichitaka Yamashita.
Barwal’s silver is India’s fourth Asian Games marathon medal and follows his national-record performance earlier this year.
Kartik Karkera finished 17th.
