Indian Athlete Baranica Elangovan Wins Historic Asian Games Bronze in Women's Pole Vault
Baranica Elangovan made history at the Asian Games 2026 by winning India's first-ever medal in the women's pole vault. The 29-year-old cleared 4.15m to secure the bronze medal, sharing it with Kazakhstan's Polina Ivanova. This remarkable achievement comes after years of dedication and overcoming injuries and doubts about her chosen sport.53 sourcesSee all sources