Will the ISSF Junior World Cup Decide Its First Medals in a Non-Olympic Event?
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Synopsis
As the ISSF Junior World Cup kicks off in New Delhi, the excitement builds with the first medals to be awarded in the 50m Rifle Prone event. With a strong representation from India, including notable athletes, the competition promises to showcase exceptional talent. Will India dominate once again?
Key Takeaways
- India is fielding 69 athletes in the ISSF Junior World Cup.
- The competition includes 18 events with a mix of Olympic and Non-Olympic categories.
- Vedant Nitin Waghmare and Anushka H. Thokur are among the standout Indian competitors.
- A total of 54 medals will be awarded throughout the event.
- This is the second Junior World Cup of the year.
New Delhi, Sep 24 (NationPress) The inaugural medals of the ISSF Junior World Cup New Delhi 2025 are set to be awarded on Thursday, kicking off with the 50m Rifle Prone event for both men and women at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in India’s capital. The Olympic categories will commence on Friday (September 26), featuring the finals for the 10m Air Pistol. A total of 208 shooters from 18 nations will compete across 18 events, comprising 15 Olympic and three Non-Olympic disciplines, vying for a total of 54 medals.
India is poised to enter the competition with 10 athletes, split evenly between the junior men’s and women’s categories, in the 50m Rifle Prone event, which includes 21 competitors chasing medals.
The Indian squad will be led by Vedant Nitin Waghmare, a bronze medallist from the Asian Championship, alongside Anushka H. Thokur, who secured gold in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event in Shymkent.
The other participants in the men's division include Rohit Kanyan, Kushagra Singh Rajawat, Deependra Singh Shekhawat, and Kunal Sharma, while the women’s category will see athletes like Nimrat Kaur Brar, Saniya Sapale, Aadhya Agrawal, and Anshika competing.
The host nation, India, boasts a formidable roster of 69 athletes, with other nations represented including the USA (20), Italy (10), Czechia (9), Iran (8), Croatia (7), Great Britain (6), UAE (5), Slovakia (5), Qatar (4), Oman (4), Spain (8), Finland (3), Netherlands (3), Cyprus (3), New Zealand (2), Saudi Arabia (2), and 40 Individual Neutral Athletes (AIN).
This marks the second and concluding World Cup for Juniors this year, following the first event held in Suhl, Germany, in May, where India topped the medals tally with 11 medals (3 gold, 4 silver, and 4 bronze).
Point of View
The ISSF Junior World Cup presents an invaluable opportunity for young athletes to showcase their skills on an international platform. India’s strong contingent aims to build upon previous successes and foster a culture of excellence in shooting sports.
NationPress
24/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the ISSF Junior World Cup medals be awarded?
The medals will be awarded on Thursday for the 50m Rifle Prone event.
How many countries are participating in the ISSF Junior World Cup?
A total of 18 countries are participating in the ISSF Junior World Cup.
What events will be featured in the ISSF Junior World Cup?
The event will feature 18 competitions, including 15 Olympic and 3 Non-Olympic events.
Who are the key Indian athletes to watch in the competition?
Key athletes include Vedant Nitin Waghmare and Anushka H. Thokur, among others.
How did India perform in the previous Junior World Cup?
India topped the medals table in the previous World Cup held in Suhl, Germany, with 11 medals.
