Did Olympian Raiza Dhillon Secure Silver in Skeet at the Jr Shooting World Cup?
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Synopsis
Raiza Dhillon's remarkable performance in the women’s skeet event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Germany has made headlines as she clinched a silver medal, marking a significant milestone in her shooting career. With her determination and skill, she has brought pride to India.
Key Takeaways
- Raiza Dhillon secured silver in women’s skeet at ISSF Junior World Cup.
- Weather conditions were challenging during the competition.
- Raiza achieved her first individual ISSF World Cup medal.
- India won its third medal at the Junior World Cup.
- Raiza aims for future competitions, including Lonato World Cup.
New Delhi, May 22 (NationPress) Olympian Raiza Dhillon showcased remarkable skill amidst challenging and unpredictable conditions, clinching a silver medal in the women’s skeet event at the ongoing International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior World Cup taking place in Suhl, Germany, on Thursday.
The talented Indian shooter managed to hit 51 out of 60 targets in the final, finishing second to Phoebe Bodley-Scott from Great Britain, who scored 53. The bronze medal went to home favourite Annabella Hettmer.
This achievement marks Raiza's first individual ISSF World Cup medal at any level as she completes her final year as a junior competitor. This victory also adds to India’s tally, making it the third medal earned at the prestigious Suhl Junior World Cup, following Kanak’s
Outstanding Performance
Raiza began her day in fourth place with a score of 71 after three qualifying rounds. She shot strong rounds of 22 and 23, ultimately qualifying in second place.
Her advancement to the final was cemented not just by her score of 116 over five rounds, but also by triumphing in a tense three-way shoot-off with Phoebe and Hettmer.
Carrying her confidence into the final, Raiza began with four successful hits at the first Station 3 and was positioned second behind Phoebe after the first 10 targets, with one miss.
“Yesterday was manageable, but today’s conditions were quite cold and windy,” Raiza remarked post-final, as the weather grew increasingly challenging, leading to numerous misses from competitors.
Kazakhstan’s Lidiya Basharova was the first to be eliminated after 20 targets, followed by reigning junior world champion Madeleine Russell of Britain, and then reigning junior European champion Arianna Member of Italy, as Raiza secured a medal for India with 32 hits in the first 40 targets.
With her eyes set on gold, she nailed 19 out of the next 20 targets, but could only narrow the gap from Phoebe's three-point lead to two, ultimately settling for silver.
“It’s wonderful to earn an ISSF World Cup medal. After altering my technique pre-Olympics and finally adjusting post-Olympics, I was confident results would follow. I reached the final at the Peru Senior World Cup, which bolstered my confidence here. Now, I’m focused on the upcoming Lonato World Cup,” she concluded.
Other Indian Scores on the Day:
Women’s Skeet
Vanshika Tiwari: 22, 23, 21, 20, 23 (109)-15th
Yashasvi Rathore: 22, 22, 22, 20, 20 (106)-19th
Mohika Sisidiya: 19, 18, 20, 22, 21 (100)-28th
Men’s Skeet
Harmehar Lally: 24, 22, 22, 24, 25 (117)-7th
Zoravar Singh Bedi: 23, 22, 22, 22, 23 (112)-29th
Ishaan Singh Libra: 25, 22, 22, 20, 22 (11)-35th
Jyotiraditya Sisodiya: 20, 23, 23, 21, 23 (110)-38th
Atul Singh Rajawat: 22, 20, 22, 22, 19 (105)-54th
10m Air Pistol Mixed Team
Urva Chaudhary/Chirag Sharma: 576-5th
Pushpender Singh/Sanskriti Bana: 560-21st
50m Rifle 3 Positions
Adriyan Karmakar: 589
Vedant Nitin Waghmare: 587
Manvendra Singh Shekhawat: 577
Harshvardhan Singh Naruka: 572
Rohit Kanyan: 560 (eliminated)
Point of View
It is crucial to recognize Raiza Dhillon's achievement as a testament to India's growing prowess in shooting sports. Her silver medal at the ISSF Junior World Cup exemplifies the dedication and hard work of our athletes on the global stage. We must continue to support and nurture such talent, ensuring our athletes have the resources and platforms to excel.
NationPress
20/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What medal did Raiza Dhillon win at the ISSF Junior World Cup?
Raiza Dhillon won a silver medal in the women’s skeet event.
Where is the ISSF Junior World Cup being held?
The ISSF Junior World Cup is being held in Suhl, Germany.
How many targets did Raiza hit in the final?
Raiza hit 51 out of 60 targets in the final.
Who won the gold medal in the women’s skeet event?
Phoebe Bodley-Scott of Great Britain won the gold medal.
What is Raiza's future competition focus?
Raiza is aiming for the next Lonato World Cup.
