How Did Anuya Prasad and Pranjali Dhumal Achieve Gold & Silver in Air Pistol at Deaflympics?
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Synopsis
In a stunning display of talent and determination, Anuya Prasad and Pranjali Dhumal brought home gold and silver medals for India in the Air Pistol event at the Deaflympics in Tokyo. Anuya's record-breaking performance highlighted the nation’s prowess in shooting sports. Discover the thrilling details of their achievements!
Key Takeaways
- Anuya Prasad and Pranjali Dhumal achieved a 1-2 finish in the 10m Air Pistol event.
- Anuya set a new Deaflympics final World Record.
- Pranjali broke her own World and Deaflympic records during qualification.
- India's shooting medal tally reached seven at the Deaflympics.
- The Air Rifle Mixed Teams will compete soon.
New Delhi, Nov 17 (NationPress) Celebrating her birthday, Anuya Prasad and her teammate Pranjali Prashant Dhumal achieved a remarkable 1-2 finish for India in the 10m Air Pistol event at the 25th Summer Deaflympics currently taking place in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday.
Anuya Prasad set a new Deaflympics final World Record while clinching the gold medal, with Pranjali breaking the qualification world record to advance to the final. Abhinav Deswal, who matched the qualification world record, secured silver in the men’s category, bringing India’s shooting medal tally to seven after just two days of events.
In the final, Anuya scored 52.5 in her first series and maintained her lead throughout, ultimately winning gold with a final score of 241.1, surpassing Pranjali by 4.3 points, who finished with 236.8. Mahla Samiee from Iran earned the bronze medal. During qualification, Pranjali broke her previous World and Deaflympics records, finishing with a score of 572-12x, surpassing the previous records of 568 and 561.
In the men’s competition, Abhinav secured a silver medal with a score of 235.2, while Tae Young Kim from Korea took gold with a score of 238.2. Boris Gramnyak from Croatia won bronze with 215.3. Abhinav also equaled the world and Deaflympics record in qualification, achieving a score of 576. Another Indian participant, Rudar Vinod Kumar, finished in 12th place with a score of 549.
The Air Rifle Mixed Teams will take center stage on Tuesday, as India aims to enhance its medal tally in shooting at the Deaflympics.
India has dispatched a 15-member team, including three coaches, to represent the nation across five individual events in both men's and women's categories, along with one men's event and two mixed team events at the Ajinomoto National Training Center (East).
This squad is under the leadership of Dhanush Srikanth, a Deaflympic double gold medallist, who will spearhead India’s efforts alongside fellow medallists Shourya Saini and Abhinav Deshwal. The contingent also includes World Deaf Championship medallists such as Mahit Sandhu, Anuya Prasad, Pranjali Dhumal, Natasha Joshi, Chetan Sapkal, Kushagra Singh Rajawat, and Mohammed Vania, making it one of India’s most seasoned line-ups at these Games.
Point of View
I recognize the significance of Anuya and Pranjali's achievements at the Deaflympics. Their success not only showcases individual talent but also highlights India's growing prowess in international shooting sports. This triumph is a testament to hard work and dedication, resonating with aspiring athletes across the nation.
NationPress
17/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the gold medal in the 10m Air Pistol event?
Anuya Prasad won the gold medal in the 10m Air Pistol event at the Deaflympics.
What record did Anuya Prasad break?
Anuya Prasad broke the Deaflympics final World Record during her performance.
What was Pranjali Dhumal's achievement in the qualification round?
Pranjali Dhumal broke her own World and Deaflympic records in the qualification round.
How many medals has India won in shooting at the Deaflympics so far?
India has won seven medals in shooting at the Deaflympics after two days.
When will the Air Rifle Mixed Teams compete?
The Air Rifle Mixed Teams will compete on Tuesday.
