The 2026 Hyundai Archery World Cup opens its international circuit at Puebla, Mexico, from 7–12 April 2026, marking the first of five stages this season. The historic city of Puebla hosts its first World Cup competition at Jardín del Arte, welcoming over 230 archers from more than 30 countries to kickstart the outdoor campaign after a brief indoor season.
A Challenging Start to the Outdoor Season
The 20th edition of the Hyundai Archery World Cup arrives with a relatively tight turnaround between the indoor and outdoor seasons, demanding rapid adaptation from top athletes competing in both formats. Reigning champions like Brady Ellison (USA) and Emircan Haney (TUR) will be among the marquee names on the field as they aim to set the tone for the year’s circuit.
The opening stage not only awards stage honours but also presents early opportunities to qualify points toward the Hyundai Archery World Cup Final later in the year.
What’s Happening Each Day
The competition unfolds in a structured progression from practice and qualifications into eliminations and finals:
7 April – Tuesday:
Official practice, equipment inspections, team manager meeting, followed by Compound qualification rounds in the afternoon.
8–9 April – Wednesday & Thursday:
Compound and Recurve team eliminations transition into individual elimination rounds. Expect tight head-to-head matchups as archers fight for bracket progression.
10 April – Friday:
Mixed team eliminations, followed by further individual matches leading into quarterfinal stages across both recurve and compound divisions.
11 April – Saturday:
Compound finals day sees team and individual medals decided, with sessions beginning early and concluding with medal ceremonies in the afternoon.
12 April – Sunday:
Recurve finals day crowns team and individual champions across men’s, women’s, and mixed events to close out the Puebla stage.
Indian Contingent: Looking Ahead
India has historically performed well on the World Cup circuit, with past podium finishes in recurve and compound categories. While the 2026 Puebla stage is only beginning, India’s squad includes experienced recurve archers and strong compound contenders aiming to challenge for medals this week.
How to Watch Live in India
Fans in India can follow the 2026 Puebla stage through the official streaming partners:
archery+ (archery.tv): Live streams of key matches and medal rounds (subscription may be required).
SET India broadcast partners: Regional coverage tailored for the Indian subcontinent, including highlights and live sessions where available.
Live results and scores will also be updated through official World Archery platforms and scoring services throughout the week.,
The 2026 Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Puebla promises a competitive start to the season as athletes transition outdoor formats and vie for early championship points. With team and individual medals on the line, this week will set the pace for a thrilling year of archery leading up to the World Cup Final.
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