Did Manisha Keer and Bhowneesh Mendiratta Dominate Trap T1 Finals?
Synopsis
In an exhilarating showdown at the Shotgun National Selection Trials, Manisha Keer and Bhowneesh Mendiratta emerged victorious in their respective Trap T1 finals. With tight competition and thrilling performances, the event showcased the remarkable talent of these marksmen. Discover the highlights and scores that led to their triumphs!
Key Takeaways
Manisha Keer and Bhowneesh Mendiratta excelled in Trap T1 finals.
Manisha scored 27 targets, narrowly defeating Neeru Dhanda.
Bhowneesh triumphed over Prithviraj Tondaiman with a score of 28-27.
Qualification rounds featured strong performances from various athletes.
Indian shooting sports are gaining recognition on international platforms.
New Delhi, Feb 4 (NationPress) Manisha Keer and Bhowneesh Mendiratta clinched the top ranks in the women's and men's Trap T1 categories at the Shotgun National Selection Trials 1&2 held at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
In the women's finals, Manisha achieved a score of 27 targets, edging out Neeru Dhanda, who finished with 25 hits. Aashima Ahlawat secured third place with a total of 20 hits.
Kirti Gupta led the qualification round with an impressive score of 118, yet placed seventh in the finals. Both Rajeshwari Kumari and Aashima Ahlawat scored 114 each, while Preeti Rajak qualified with a score of 113, followed by Manisha with 110. The final eight comprised of Neeru Dhanda (109), Varsha Varman (107), and Shagun Chowdhary (106).
Bhowneesh triumphed over Prithviraj Tondaiman in a close men's final, winning 28-27. World Cup Final 2024 medallist Vivaan Kapoor took third place with 23 hits.
In the qualification stage, Kynan Chenai topped with a score of 122, followed by Prithviraj at 120. Both Vivaan and Ahvar Rizvi scored 119. Bhowneesh, along with Arshad Hasan Khan, Ali Aman Elahi, and Udaivir Singh Jaijee, each scored 118, completing the top eight. Notably, World Championship bronze medallist Zoravar Singh Sandhu also scored 118 but did not make the top eight due to a cutoff.
In the junior men's finals, Zuhair Khan scored 27, winning first place by a comfortable margin over Lakshya Atree, who scored 23. Navjeet Bishnoi finished third with 18 hits. Manitwa Singh Rawat, who led the qualification with 120, ended in eighth position. Vinay Pratap Singh qualified second with 118, followed closely by Zuhair Khan at 117. Udhav Singh Rathore and Arjun scored 114, while Lakshya and Syed Ahyaan Ali scored 113, with Navjeet making the top eight with 112.
In the women's junior finals, World Cup mixed team medallist Sabeera Haris narrowly defeated Addya Katyal 25-24. Addya led the qualification with 114, while Sabeera secured second place in the finals with 112. Ishika Bhardwaj rounded out the podium with 19 points after qualifying with 103. The remaining top eight included Darshna Rathore (111), Bhavya Tripathi (109), Tanisska Senthilkumar (108), Tanisha Singh Chandrawat (104), and Nilaa Rajaa Baalu (103).
Point of View
It is imperative to highlight the extraordinary achievements of Indian shooters like Manisha Keer and Bhowneesh Mendiratta. Their victories at the Shotgun National Selection Trials not only showcase their individual talents but also reflect the growing prominence of shooting sports in India. The competition was intense, and the scores indicate a bright future ahead for these athletes. Our nation stands firmly behind them as they continue to excel on the international stage.
NationPress
21 Jun 2026
