Jr Shooting World Cup: Did India Capture Another Double Podium in Suhl?
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Synopsis
What a weekend for Indian shooting sports at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl! With both teams securing medals in the 10m air rifle mixed event, it highlights India's growing prowess in the sport. Discover how these young athletes showcased their skills and brought home silver and bronze medals in a nail-biting competition.
Key Takeaways
- India achieved another double podium finish.
- Naraen Pranav and Khyaty Chaudhary secured silver.
- Himanshu and Shambhavi clinched bronze.
- India's total medal tally reached ten.
- Strong performance in the 10m air rifle mixed event.
New Delhi, May 25 (NationPress) In a remarkable feat, both Indian squads in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior World Cup in Suhl secured medals, with silver and bronze finishes. This achievement marks India's second double podium finish in just two days on Sunday.
The duo of Naraen Pranav and Khyaty Chaudhary clinched the silver medal, while Himanshu and Shambhavi Kshirsagar brought home the bronze, elevating India's total medal count to double digits (two gold, four silver, and four bronze) with two additional finals scheduled for Monday, May 26.
In the qualifying round, Khyaty and Naraen shot an impressive 631.0, placing them second among 38 teams and granting them the opportunity to compete for gold against the formidable Chinese team of Huang Yuting (an Olympic champion with multiple medals) and Huang Liwanlin (the junior air rifle world champion), who led with a combined score of 632.6.
The Indian pair demonstrated commendable resilience in the final, consistently matching the Chinese competitors' performance. They remained tied at 14 points as they entered the 15th series, but the Chinese edged ahead to claim gold by a narrow margin of 0.5 points.
Meanwhile, Himanshu and Shambhavi, who qualified fourth with a score of 629.5, faced a daunting 1-7 deficit against the American duo of Griffin Lake and Elijah Spencer. However, showcasing their determination, they turned the match around decisively, ultimately winning 17-9.
Earlier, Shambhavi and Ojasvi Thakur had achieved a 1-2 finish in the women’s air rifle event on Saturday, marking India’s inaugural double podium of the tournament.
Although the Trap finals were scheduled for later on Sunday, India would not have representation. The women’s team had not made the top six cut, and the men also fell short of qualifying.
Trap scores:
Trap Women Junior: Sabeera Haris 109 (10th), Bhavya Tripathi 108 (12th), Shreshtha Sisodiya 108 (14th), Nilaa Rajaa Balu 102 (21st), Anthra Rajsekar 95 (30th)
Point of View
I believe this remarkable achievement at the ISSF Junior World Cup reflects India's dedication to excellence in shooting sports. The success of our young athletes not only brings pride to our nation but also reinforces our commitment to nurturing talent in competitive sports.
NationPress
10/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many medals did India win at the ISSF Junior World Cup?
India won a total of 10 medals, including 2 gold, 4 silver, and 4 bronze.
Who secured the silver and bronze medals for India?
Naraen Pranav and Khyaty Chaudhary won silver, while Himanshu and Shambhavi Kshirsagar bagged bronze.
What was the qualifying score for Naraen and Khyaty?
Naraen and Khyaty scored 631.0 in the qualifying round, finishing second.
Which teams did the Indian pairs compete against in the finals?
They competed against a strong Chinese pair in the finals for the gold.
What was the outcome of the Trap finals for India?
No Indian shooters qualified for the Trap finals as they finished outside the top six.
