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Fifth was the position secured by India among 65 participating nations at the 2026 World Armwrestling Championships held in New Delhi from October 29 to November 6, 2026. India won a total of 59 medals, comprising 9 gold, 19 silver and 31 bronze medals. The championship included the 47th World Armwrestling Championship and the 28th World Para Armwrestling Championship. More than 1,700 athletes, officials and delegates participated in the event. Russia secured the overall championship title, followed by Kazakhstan in second place and Türkiye in third place. This was the first time India hosted these world championships.