A funny moment involving Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh and teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has taken social media by storm. The incident took place in New Delhi on Thursday, when the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the young Indian athletes who impressed the nation at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.
As PM Modi spoke about the achievements of athletes aged between 15 and 17, Arshdeep Singh appeared to tease Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The 15-year-old responded with a big smile and the video of their interaction quickly went viral.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest Indian ever to win a gold medal at the Asian Games. His reaction to the moment added a light-hearted touch to the event.
During his speech, PM Modi praised the young members of the Indian contingent for their outstanding performances. He highlighted how athletes between the ages of 15 and 17 had made the country proud at such a young age. The Prime Minister also stressed that age is not a barrier to success. He noted that starting early in sports can give young athletes an advantage and help them achieve great things.
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India finished the 2026 Asian Games with 85 medals, including 21 gold medals. Athletes making their debut at the Games contributed 41 medals, while women athletes won 38 medals, including 11 gold.
Before delivering his speech, PM Modi met India’s Asian Games medal-winners and congratulated them on their achievements. He praised the performances of both the men’s and women’s cricket teams, the men’s and women’s hockey teams, and the archers. He also highlighted the women’s hockey team’s gold medal, which ended a 44-year wait for the achievement.
The event was attended by both Indian cricket teams that won gold at the Asian Games, along with several sports officials and dignitaries. Those present included ICC chairman Jay Shah, Indian Olympic Association president P. T. Usha and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The athletes also presented PM Modi with memorabilia representing their respective sports.
The Prime Minister also spoke about the government’s efforts to support Indian athletes through financial assistance, access to international coaching and talent identification programmes. He encouraged the medal-winners to guide and mentor the next generation of athletes. PM Modi also urged them to visit schools and motivate children to take up sports.
While the event celebrated India’s sporting achievements on the international stage, the playful exchange between Arshdeep Singh and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became one of its most talked-about moments, winning attention online.
Congratulations to all the winners!
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