How Did Arjun Babuta Perform in the ISSF World Championship Air Rifle Final?
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Synopsis
Arjun Babuta's journey at the ISSF World Championship in Cairo saw him finish seventh in the men’s 10m Air Rifle final. Despite a strong qualification score of 632.5, a low shot in the finals affected his standing. The event showcased Indian shooters excelling in various categories, setting the stage for more thrilling competitions.
Key Takeaways
- Arjun Babuta finished seventh in the men’s 10m Air Rifle final.
- He scored 632.5 to qualify for the finals.
- Gold medal was clinched by Maximilian Dallinger.
- Ravinder Singh won gold in the men's 50m pistol event.
- Elavenil Valarivan secured bronze in the women’s 10m air rifle final.
New Delhi, Nov 8 (NationPress) Arjun Babuta achieved a seventh-place finish in the men’s 10m Air Rifle final during the inaugural day of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship Rifle/Pistol held in Cairo. Having qualified for the finals with a score of 632.5, he recorded 145.0 in the final round, securing the seventh position.
The gold medal was won by Germany’s Maximilian Dallinger, with defending World Champion Victor Lindgren from Sweden taking home the silver. The bronze medal was claimed by Olympic champion Sheng Lihao of China.
Arjun started with a score of 51.9 (10.6, 9.8, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4) in his first series and improved to 52.3 (10.6, 10.1, 10.7, 10.2, 10.7) in the second round. However, a disappointing shot of 9.7 in the 11th round caused him to drop in the rankings, ultimately becoming the second shooter to be eliminated.
In the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol category, Anish Bhanwala scored an impressive 291–11x, placing seventh after Stage 1 of the qualification. Sameer Gulia and Adarsh Singh finished with scores of 286–3x and 285–8x, respectively. Stage 2 of the qualification is scheduled for tomorrow, followed by finals where the top six shooters will qualify.
Ravindra and Elavenil excel on Day 1
Earlier that day, Ravinder Singh kicked off the Indian team's campaign with a gold medal in the men’s 50m pistol event. Elavenil Valarivan, a two-time Olympian and Asian champion, won bronze in the women’s 10m air rifle final, marking her first individual world medal, while the event was clinched by reigning Olympic champion Ban Hyojin from Korea.
Ravinder scored 569 in the men’s free pistol, outperforming a field of 47 shooters, and teamed up with Kamaljeet (540, 20th) and Yogesh Kumar (537, 24th) to secure silver in the team event.
Elavenil scored a remarkable 633.4 in the women’s 10m air rifle qualification, securing the fifth spot, while Olympic and now world champion Ban took the eighth spot with a score of 633.0.
Han Jiayu from China, who was dethroned by Ban Hyojin, topped the qualification with a score of 635.1. Wang Zifei, the world record holder from China, also made it to the finals, ultimately winning silver.
Elavenil, reminiscent of her performance at the Asian Championships in Shymkent earlier this year, began the final with an impressive 10.8.
Point of View
I commend the efforts of our athletes at the ISSF World Championship. Arjun Babuta's performance, though not podium-worthy this time, highlights the fierce competition and the dedication of our shooters. With the event still unfolding, we remain optimistic about future successes in this prestigious international arena.
NationPress
08/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Arjun Babuta's final score in the Air Rifle event?
Arjun Babuta scored 145.0 in the finals of the men’s 10m Air Rifle event.
Who won the gold medal in the 10m Air Rifle final?
The gold medal was won by Maximilian Dallinger from Germany.
How did Indian shooters perform on the first day?
Indian shooters had a strong start, with Ravinder Singh winning gold and Elavenil Valarivan securing bronze.
When will the next stage of the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event take place?
Stage 2 of the qualification for the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event is scheduled for tomorrow.
What other events are included in the ISSF World Championship?
The ISSF World Championship includes various events like the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol and team competitions.
