India's Mixed Trap Teams Miss Medals at ISSF World Cup Shotgun
Synopsis
In a disappointing performance, India's mixed team trap pairings failed to secure medals at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Tangier, Morocco. With no podium finishes, the team now looks ahead to future competitions.
Key Takeaways
India's mixed trap teams did not secure medals at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Morocco.
India 1 finished 18th, while India 2 placed 25th in the competition.
Over 270 athletes from 43 nations participated.
Next ISSF World Cup leg is scheduled in Granada, Spain.
New Delhi, April 2 (NationPress) India’s mixed team trap partnerships fell short of the medal rounds at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun held in Tangier, Morocco. The team wrapped up their participation in the initial leg of the world cup year without securing any medals.
India 1, featuring Prithviraj Tondaiman (24,22,23) and Kirti Gupta (22,22,21), achieved a cumulative score of 134 after three qualification rounds, placing them 18th out of 33 competing teams. The top four partnerships proceeded to the finals.
India 2, consisting of Kynan Chenai (25,21,22) and Rajeshwari Kumari (18,22,22), concluded their performance in 25th place with a total of 130. The leading Italian duo of Daniele Resca and Jessica Rossi dominated the event with a score of 147.
Consequently, the Indian team exited the tournament without any accolades.
More than 270 competitors from 43 nations participated, contending for five gold medals across five Olympic shotgun events, including reigning world and Olympic titleholders, all eager to assess their skills ahead of a demanding international season.
The 20-member Indian squad includes prominent athletes like Olympians Maheshwari Chauhan, Kynan Chenai, and Prithviraj Tondaiman, all aiming to start their international season on a high note.
The last outing for the Indian shotgun team as a complete unit was at the Athens world championships last year, where senior athlete Zoravar Singh Sandhu clinched a historic bronze in men’s trap.
On the opening day of the qualification rounds at the Tangier Shooting Club in Morocco, Olympian Maheshwari Chauhan recorded a score of 69, keeping her hopeful for a spot in the finals of the women's skeet event. Teammates Darshna Rathore and Yashasvi Rathore each scored 64, placing them in 25th and 26th positions, respectively.
Indian trap shooters Kynan Chenai and Aashima Ahlawat fought valiantly but narrowly missed the finals of both the men's and women's trap events by a single point.
Winners in individual categories in Morocco will secure sought-after qualification slots for the ISSF World Cup Final, set to take place in Rome this December.
The ISSF circuit now shifts to the first leg of the Rifle/Pistol World Cup, scheduled for April 5-13, 2026, in Granada, Spain.
Point of View
I recognize the challenges faced by the Indian mixed team trap shooters at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Morocco. Their exit without medals reflects the competitive nature of international shooting sports, yet it also highlights the resilience and potential of our athletes as they prepare for future challenges.
NationPress
20 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the performance of India's mixed team trap pairs at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun?
India's mixed team trap pairs finished outside the medal rounds, with India 1 placing 18th and India 2 finishing 25th in the competition.
Who were the top performers in the competition?
The Italian duo of Daniele Resca and Jessica Rossi topped the event with a score of 147.
How many athletes participated in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun?
Over 270 athletes from 43 countries participated in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun.
When is the next ISSF World Cup event?
The next ISSF World Cup leg for Rifle/Pistol is scheduled from April 5-13, 2026, in Granada, Spain.
What are the future prospects for Indian shooters?
Indian shooters aim to qualify for the ISSF World Cup Final in December, which will be held in Rome.
