Did Tilottama Sweep the Women’s 3P at National Shooting Trials?
Synopsis
In a thrilling display of skill, Tilottama Sen achieved back-to-back victories in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions at the National Selection Trials. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar and Manu Bhaker also showcased their talent, making the event a memorable one for shooting sports enthusiasts.
Key Takeaways
Tilottama Sen wins back-to-back in 50m Rifle 3 Positions .
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar claims top spot in men's 50m Rifle 3P .
Manu Bhaker dominates in the 25m Pistol Women event.
Impressive performances showcased at Dr.
Karni Singh Shooting Range .
Upcoming finals include 10m Air Rifle and 25m Rapid Fire Pistol .
New Delhi, Jan 21 (NationPress) Tilottama Sen showcased her remarkable prowess at the season's outset, clinching consecutive victories in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions for women during the National Selection Trials for Group A shooters at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range near New Delhi on Wednesday.
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, who secured third place in T1 on Tuesday, rose to the top in T2 of the men’s 50m Rifle 3P, while Manu Bhaker dominated the T1 finals in the 25m Pistol Women event, achieving a decisive victory.
Tilottama maintained her winning streak in the 50m Rifle 3P event with a focused display in today's finals, scoring 361.5 after 35 shots, 3.1 points ahead of Ayushi Podder from Railways, who finished with 358.4. Her teammate Surabhi Bharadwaj Rapole took third with 348.3.
Manini Kaushik, finishing third in T1, claimed fourth place with 336.3, followed by Ashi Chouksey (326.4), Nupur Kumrawat (315.6), Anjum Moudgil (305.0), and Vidarsa K. Vinod (302.8) in the final lineup.
In the men’s T2, Aishwary achieved a comfortable victory, scoring 359.7 in the final. Swapnil Kusale, a bronze medallist from Paris, came in second with 357.7, while former 10m World Champion Rudraankksh Patil secured third with 347.5.
T1 winner Niraj Kumar placed fourth with 336.3. Finalists included Akshil Sheoran (326.5), Adriyan Karmakar (314.6), Nishan Budha (303.2), and Chain Singh (302.0).
Manu Bhaker excelled in the 25m Pistol event, finishing the T1 finals with a score of 37, which was six points ahead of Vibhuti Bhatia from Haryana, who scored 31. Divya T.S from Karnataka secured third place with 28.
Tejaswani Singh came fourth with 26 after being eliminated in the shootout with Vibhuti. Other finalists included Rahi Sarnobat (22), Chinki Yadav (17), and Rhythm Sangwan (12). Esha Singh did not participate in the finals despite qualifying in the top eight.
The 10m Air Rifle T1 finals for both men and women are set to take place on Thursday, along with the T2 finals of 25m Rapid Fire Pistol for men.
Point of View
I recognize the significance of these results in the broader context of shooting sports in India. The performances by our athletes at the National Selection Trials not only reflect their dedication but also enhance our country's reputation on international platforms. It's essential to support and acknowledge such achievements.
NationPress
11 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions?
Tilottama Sen won the women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the National Selection Trials.
What was Aishwary's performance in the men's 50m Rifle 3P?
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar secured the top position in T2 of the men's 50m Rifle 3P.
How did Manu Bhaker perform in the 25m Pistol event?
Manu Bhaker finished first in T1 of the 25m Pistol Women event.
Where were the National Selection Trials held?
The trials took place at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range near New Delhi.
What events are scheduled for Thursday?
The 10m Air Rifle T1 finals for both men and women and the T2 finals of the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol for men are scheduled for Thursday.
