Did Lakshay and Neeru Fall Short at the Shooting WC?
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Synopsis
In a gripping finale at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Lonato, India's Lakshay Sheoran and Neeru Dhanda narrowly missed out on medal rounds despite a perfect performance in the third series. This article delves into their journey and highlights the fierce competition they faced.
Key Takeaways
- Lakshay Sheoran and Neeru Dhanda finished 10th in the Trap Mixed Team event.
- Neeru reached her first World Cup final, placing fourth in women's trap.
- Four teams topped the qualifications with scores of 143.
- The event is set to debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- India's performance indicates a bright future in shooting sports.
New Delhi, July 13 (NationPress) India's journey at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun in Lonato concluded with the duo of Lakshay Sheoran (22,19,25) and Neeru Dhanda (25,24,25) narrowly missing out on the Trap Mixed Team medal rounds. Despite achieving a flawless third series, they accumulated a total of 140 out of a possible 150 in the qualifying stages, landing them in 10th place among 54 competing pairs.
The second Indian team, comprising Zoravar Singh Sandhu (21,23,24) and Preeti Rajak (23,24,23), managed a score of 138, finishing in 22nd position.
Leading the qualifications were four teams: Australia, Great Britain, and both squads from Spain, all sharing an identical score of 143.
Previously, the Indian team of Kynan Chenai and Sabeera Haris had secured a bronze in the Trap Mixed Team event at the last Nicosia Shotgun World Cup. This event is set to debut at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
On the penultimate day, National Games champion Neeru Dhanda made her mark by reaching her first-ever World Cup final, finishing an impressive fourth in the women's trap event.
Neeru clinched the sixth and final qualifying position by defeating last year's New Delhi World Cup Final winner, Alessia Iezzi (Italy), in a nail-biting shoot-off (2-1). However, she was eliminated due to a higher bib number. Gold went to Laetisha Scanlan from Australia, who hit 45 targets.
While Neeru maintained her stellar performance from the previous day, missing only one target out of 75, Lakshay faced a setback in the second series, missing six shots, which ultimately hindered his chances for a podium finish.
Point of View
It is crucial to highlight the commendable efforts displayed by our shooters at the ISSF World Cup. While Lakshay and Neeru may not have secured medals, their performances reflect the growing prowess of Indian shooting sports on the global stage. With upcoming events leading to the 2028 Olympics, we remain optimistic about their future endeavors and the development of this sport in our country.
NationPress
13/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's final standing in the Shooting WC?
India finished with Lakshay and Neeru in 10th place in the Trap Mixed Team event at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun.
How did Neeru Dhanda perform in the women's trap event?
Neeru Dhanda achieved a commendable fourth place in the women's trap final, marking her first World Cup final appearance.
