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India beat Malaysia to win Asian Games hockey gold and Olympic berth
Original: Asian Games 2026 hockey: India ease out Malaysia in final to secure gold and LA 2028 Olympic quota
India defeated Malaysia in the men's hockey final at the 2026 Asian Games to claim the gold medal and, with it, qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The victory secures India's place at the Games as Asian champions, continuing the team's strong recent record in the region and its pursuit of a second consecutive Olympic podium finish.
Why now: India's win delivers both a continental title and direct qualification for the LA 2028 Olympics, a major result for one of hockey's most followed teams.
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