ISSF Junior World Championship 2026: Shiva Narwal wins silver, Yug Pratap Singh Rathore takes bronze as India reaches 15 medals
Synopsis
India reached 15 medals at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany, with Shiva Narwal and Yug Pratap Singh Rathore delivering a rare double podium in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior event. Backed by five golds and consistent team performances, India's junior shooters are not just leading the standings — they are rewriting expectations for the country's next generation of Olympic prospects.
Key Takeaways
Shiva Narwal won silver and Yug Pratap Singh Rathore won bronze in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior event at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany .
India also claimed silver in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior Team event through Narwal , Sandeep Bishnoi , and Chirag Sharma .
India's overall tally stands at 15 medals — 5 Gold, 3 Silver, 7 Bronze — with India leading the medal standings.
Pritam Kendre , Sameer , and Rohit Kanyan had earlier won gold medals in rifle and pistol events.
Prachi Gaikwad claimed silver in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women Junior event with a score of 354.7 .
India delivered another commanding performance at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany, adding three more medals on 23 June to push their overall tally to 15 medals and extend their lead at the top of the standings. Shiva Narwal claimed the silver medal in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior individual event, while Yug Pratap Singh Rathore secured the bronze in the same event, giving India a remarkable double podium finish.
Double Podium in 10m Air Pistol Men Junior
Shiva Narwal put in an impressive display to finish second in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior final, earning India a silver. Yug Pratap Singh Rathore was close behind, clinching the bronze to complete a memorable one-two for Indian junior shooting. The double podium underscores the depth India has built in pistol shooting at the junior level.
Team Silver Adds to the Haul
India also collected a silver medal in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior Team event, with the trio of Shiva Narwal, Sandeep Bishnoi, and Chirag Sharma combining for a strong collective performance to finish on the podium. The team result amplified what had already been a standout individual day for Indian shooters.
Earlier Medals Strengthen India's Dominance
The three medals on 23 June followed four more on Monday, when India's shooters delivered across multiple disciplines. Pritam Kendre clinched the gold in the 10m Air Rifle Men Junior event with a composed performance, earning India its fifth gold of the championship.
India's Sameer won gold in the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Men Junior event after finishing with 28 hits in the final. Rohit Kanyan added another gold in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Men Junior event, further cementing India's multi-discipline strength.
Prachi Gaikwad claimed silver in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women Junior event with a score of 354.7. Bronze medals came in the 25m Pistol Women Junior Team event — through Anjali Mahendra Bhagwat, Parisha Gupta, and Nithila Ivy Darling Praveen Christopher — and in the 25m Pistol Men Junior Team event, where Abhinav Choudhary, Raj Chandra, and Jatin delivered a podium-worthy team effort.
India's Overall Standing at ISSF Junior World Championship 2026
With 15 medals in total — 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 7 Bronze — India sits atop the medal standings at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026. The performance reflects consistent execution across both individual and team formats, and signals a healthy pipeline of talent for future senior-level competitions. The championship in Suhl continues, with India well-positioned to add further to its tally.
Point of View
Rapid fire pistol, and 3-position rifle, combined with team medals in multiple pistol events. The challenge now is conversion — India's junior shooting record has historically been stronger than its senior Olympic outcomes. Whether this generation breaks that pattern will depend as much on institutional support post-championship as on the talent itself.
NationPress
23 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What medals did India win on 23 June at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026?
India won three medals on 23 June: a silver by Shiva Narwal and a bronze by Yug Pratap Singh Rathore in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior individual event, and a silver in the 10m Air Pistol Men Junior Team event through Narwal, Sandeep Bishnoi, and Chirag Sharma.
What is India's total medal tally at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026?
India's total tally stands at 15 medals — 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 7 Bronze — as of 23 June 2026, with India leading the overall medal standings at the championship in Suhl, Germany.
Who won gold medals for India at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026?
India's five gold medals came from Pritam Kendre (10m Air Rifle Men Junior), Sameer (25m Rapid Fire Pistol Men Junior, with 28 hits), and Rohit Kanyan (50m Rifle 3 Positions Men Junior). The remaining two golds were won earlier in the championship.
Where is the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 being held?
The ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 is being held in Suhl, Germany.
Who is Prachi Gaikwad and what did she achieve at the championship?
Prachi Gaikwad is an Indian junior shooter who claimed the silver medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women Junior event with a score of 354.7 at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany.
