19-year-old Rishabh Das sets new national record in 200m backstroke at Asian Games

According to Kalinga TV, 19-year-old swimmer Rishabh Das established a new national record in the men's 200m backstroke during the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya. Das clocked a time of 1:58.77, finishing sixth in the final heat on Friday. This performance marks a significant improvement over his previous national record of 1:59.84, which he set earlier this year.

The achievement concludes Das's participation in the swimming events on Day 6 of the competition. His progression in the 200m backstroke event highlights his continued development as a competitive swimmer on the international stage. The Asian Games, a major multi-sport event, serves as a key benchmark for athletes across the continent.

While this result represents a personal and national milestone for Das, it also reflects the broader competitive landscape of the 2026 Asian Games. As the swimming events conclude, attention now shifts to the remaining disciplines and the overall medal tallies for participating nations.