India's compound mixed team, comprising Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Priyansh, clinched a spot in the final, marking India's second medal assurance at the Archery World Cup Stage 2.
They advanced to the final by defeating the host country's duo, Han Seungyeon and Yang Jaewon, with a score of 158-157 in the semifinal.
Jyothi and Priyansh, ranked No. 2 in the world, displayed remarkable precision, dropping just two points from 16 arrows.
They are set to face USA's Olivia Dean and Sawyer Sullivan in the gold medal match, promising an intense clash between the top two world-ranked nations.
The Indian duo's journey to the final saw them triumph over Vietnam 159-152 in the first round of 16 and overcome a tough challenge from Mexico, winning 156-155 in the quarterfinals.
In contrast, India's recurve mixed team of Deepika Kumari and Tarundeep Rai faced disappointment, exiting in the quarterfinals after a defeat against Spain.
Despite their experience, the pair struggled, succumbing to a 2-6 loss. The recurve archers are now out of medal contention in team events but will aim to salvage pride in the individual rounds.
With the individual rounds underway, all eyes are on India's promising compound archer Prathamesh Fuge, who advances to the semifinals, eyeing a medal in the individual category.
As the competition progresses, India remains hopeful of further success in the prestigious Archery World Cup Stage 2.
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