Indian Shooters Shine Bright with Silver and Gold at Asian Games 2023

Indian shooters are setting the stage on fire at the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. On Sunday, India’s shooting contingent added two more medals to their impressive tally, further solidifying their dominance in the sport. The trio of Manisha Keer, Preeti Rajak, and Rajeshwari Kumari secured a silver medal in the women’s trap event, while the team of Darius Kynan Chenai, Zoravar Singh Sandhu, and Prithviraj Tondaiman captured a gold medal in the men’s trap team event.

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Asian Games 2023 Shooting: Silver Medal in Women’s Trap Event

In a display of exceptional skill and precision, the Indian women’s trap shooting team clinched the silver medal with a total of 337 points. This remarkable achievement showcased the talent and determination of athletes Manisha Keer, Preeti Rajak, and Rajeshwari Kumari. Their remarkable performance was acknowledged and celebrated across the nation.

China’s World Record Feat

China emerged as the gold medalists in the women’s trap event, setting an astonishing world record, Asian record, and Asian Games record with a total of 357 points. Their remarkable feat in the shooting range highlighted their prowess in the sport. Kazakhstan secured the bronze medal with a commendable total of 336 points.

Indian Shooters Shine in Men’s Trap Team Event

The Indian men’s trap shooting team, comprising Darius Kynan Chenai, Zoravar Singh Sandhu, and Prithviraj Tondaiman, continued India’s dominant run in shooting at the Asian Games. They clinched the gold medal with a total of 361 points, establishing a new Asian Games record. Their exceptional performance surpassed the previous record set by Kuwait in 1994.

Kuwait and China on the Podium

Kuwait secured the silver medal in the men’s trap team event, falling just short of gold with 359 points. China claimed the bronze medal with a total of 354 points. India’s stellar performance not only earned them the top spot on the podium but also left a mark in the history books with their record-breaking achievement.

Mixed 10m Air Rifle Pistol Team Event

In another display of shooting prowess, the Indian duo of Sarabjot Singh and Divya Subbaraju secured a silver medal in the mixed 10m air rifle pistol team event on Saturday. Their combined total of 14 points narrowly missed out on the gold, which went to China with 16 points.

India’s Medal Tally Grows

With these latest additions, India’s medal tally at the Asian Games now stands at a total of 41 medals, comprising 11 gold, 16 silver, and 14 bronze medals. The remarkable achievements of Indian shooters are contributing significantly to India’s impressive overall performance at the games.

Indian shooters are on an extraordinary run at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, consistently delivering outstanding performances and clinching medals. The silver medal in the women’s trap event and the gold medal in the men’s trap team event reflect the dedication, skill, and determination of these athletes.