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Joshna Chinappa Set for Record Seventh Asian Games Appearance at 39
Times of India·Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Veteran Indian squash player Joshna Chinappa is set to compete at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, which would make her the Indian sportsperson with the most continental appearances at seven. The 39-year-old has overcome multiple surgeries, including a recent knee operation, to keep competing at the highest level.
Why It Matters
Chinappa's achievement is a landmark moment for Indian sport, showing what sustained excellence and determination looks like — especially in a sport that rarely gets headlines.
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