South Korean Football Captain Apologizes for Military Exemption Gloating; India Celebrates Hard-Fought Asian Games Success

South Korean football captain Lee Gi-hyuk has issued an apology for appearing to gloat about securing an exemption from mandatory military service through his team's Asian Games gold medal victory. The comments, made after the final, drew criticism and prompted the captain to express remorse for his insensitive remarks.

Meanwhile, India is celebrating a remarkable 85-medal haul at the Asian Games, a testament to the resilience and dedication of its athletes. Many of these medalists overcame significant challenges, including limited financial resources and borrowed equipment, to achieve their victories. The success includes a historic gold medal for the Indian women's hockey team, their first in 44 years, highlighting a broader resurgence of talent across various sports in the country.