Asian Games 2026: From Suruchi Singh to Nitesh Siwach, 5 Indian athletes who won medals after switching sports

Mint - Oct 4, 2026

 Not every athlete has started his or her career with one sport. Many have in fact switched sports. We take a look at those athletes who won an Asian Games medal after switching sports. 

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