Aman Sehrawat wins Asian Games gold, defeats North Korea’s Han in 57kg freestyle wrestling

October 3, 2026

Kasugai: Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat clinched the gold medal in the men’s 57kg freestyle wrestling event at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games on Saturday, defeating North Korea’s Han Kwang Song in the final.

Sehrawat produced a strong performance in the title bout to secure the gold medal and add another top podium finish to India’s Asian Games campaign.

Sehrawat dominates 57kg freestyle final

The Indian wrestler faced North Korea’s Han Kwang Song in the men’s 57kg freestyle final and maintained his composure throughout the bout.

Sehrawat’s victory earned India the gold medal in the 57kg freestyle wrestling category, adding to the country’s medal tally at the continental event.

The 57kg category is one of the most competitive weight classes in freestyle wrestling, requiring speed, technique and strength, and Sehrawat displayed all three qualities during his run to the final.

India add another wrestling gold

Sehrawat’s gold adds another medal to India’s wrestling campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

The Indian contingent has continued to produce strong performances across wrestling categories, with athletes competing for medals in both freestyle and other disciplines.

Sehrawat’s victory also highlights India’s growing presence in international wrestling, with the 57kg freestyle wrestler securing the top prize against a North Korean opponent in the final.

Sehrawat seals gold for India

With the victory over Han Kwang Song, Sehrawat secured the men’s 57kg freestyle wrestling gold medal for India.

The gold medal adds to India’s strong showing at the 2026 Asian Games and gives the country another major podium finish in wrestling.