Did Suruchi and Saurabh Win Bronze at the Asian Shooting Championships?
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Synopsis
India's shooting prowess shines as Suruchi Inder Singh and Saurabh Chaudhary clinch a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Shooting Championships in Shymkent. This triumph follows Manu Bhaker's earlier bronze, emphasizing India's strength in shooting sports. The juniors also excelled, contributing to India's leading medal tally.
Key Takeaways
- Suruchi Inder Singh and Saurabh Chaudhary won bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
- Manu Bhaker also secured a bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event.
- The Indian juniors added to the medal count with a bronze in their category.
- India leads the medal tally with 14 total medals.
- Suruchi’s performance included a perfect score in qualification rounds.
Shymkent (Kazakhstan), Aug 20 (NationPress) India showcased their prowess at the Asian Shooting Championships held in Shymkent, with the dynamic duo of Saurabh Chaudhary and promising young talent Suruchi Inder Singh seizing a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event on Wednesday.
The pair triumphed over Chinese Taipei’s Liu Heng-Yu and Hsieh Hsiang-Chen with a score of 17-9 in the bronze medal bout, augmenting India's medal count.
This achievement followed closely after double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker captured bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event just a day prior, highlighting India’s expanding excellence in pistol shooting.
Chaudhary and Suruchi placed fifth in the qualification round, with Suruchi scoring 292 and Saurabh 286, totaling 578 points. This score was sufficient to qualify for the medal rounds, which featured six competing teams. China and South Korea proceeded to the gold medal match, with China ultimately claiming victory at 16-12, while India and Iran each secured bronze medals.
Suruchi, who has been exceptional this season with four World Cup golds, began the qualification with an impressive perfect score of 100 in her first series. Despite a slight dip to 94 in her second series, she rebounded strongly, scoring 98 in the final round. Chaudhary maintained consistency with scores of 95, 96, and 95.
During the bronze-medal match, Suruchi’s accuracy was pivotal. She successfully hit seven shots within the 10-ring, with six of those being 10.4 or higher, allowing India to achieve the 16-point target first.
The junior contingent from India also added to the medal haul. In the 10m air pistol mixed team junior event, the combination of Vanshika Chaudhary and Gavin Anthony earned bronze after a closely contested 16-14 victory against South Korea’s Kim Yejin and Kim Dooyeon.
Earlier, the Indian pair had qualified second with a cumulative score of 578—Vanshika scoring 282 and Gavin impressing with 296. Their composure during the medal round clinched yet another podium finish for India.
At the conclusion of Day 2, India leads the medal tally with 14 total medals — encompassing six gold, five silver, and three bronze.
Point of View
I am proud to witness India's dominance at the Asian Shooting Championships. The achievements of our athletes, including the bronze won by Suruchi and Saurabh, reflect the country’s commitment to excellence in sports. This progress not only enhances our international reputation but also inspires future generations of shooters in India. We stand firmly behind our athletes as they bring glory to our nation.
NationPress
20/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What medal did Suruchi and Saurabh win at the Asian Shooting Championships?
Suruchi Inder Singh and Saurabh Chaudhary won a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
Which other Indian shooter won a medal at the championships?
Manu Bhaker won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event.
How did the Indian junior team perform?
The junior team, consisting of Vanshika Chaudhary and Gavin Anthony, secured a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team junior event.
What is India's position in the medal tally?
As of now, India leads the medal tally with a total of 14 medals — six gold, five silver, and three bronze.
Where are the Asian Shooting Championships being held?
The Asian Shooting Championships are taking place in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
