NewKerala.com

Arshdeep Kaur Clinches 25m Pistol Title at National Shooting Trials

Arshdeep Kaur emerged victorious in the 25m Pistol Women's final at the National Selection Trials in New Delhi. She secured the win by narrowly defeating Divya T S with a score of 37-36. Former Asian Games champion Rahi Sarnobat finished in third place after a shoot-off. The event featured a strong field including top qualifier Manu Bhaker and other national-level shooters.

Key Points: Arshdeep Kaur Wins 25m Pistol at National Selection Trials

  • Arshdeep Kaur wins 25m Pistol final
  • Defeats Divya T S in close 37-36 finish
  • Rahi Sarnobat secures third place
  • Manu Bhaker topped qualification
2 min read

National Selection Trials: Arshdeep Kaur wins 25m Pistol T3 finals

Arshdeep Kaur wins the 25m Pistol Women's final, defeating Divya T S. Rahi Sarnobat takes third. Full results and qualification scores.

"edged out the experienced Divya T S 37-36 to finish on top - National Rifle Association of India"

New Delhi, March 8

Arshdeep Kaur secured the top spot in a high-level field in the finals of the 25m Pistol Women event at the National Selection Trials on Sunday, being held here at the Dr Karni Singh Shooting range.

The Punjab shooter, who qualified eighth and last finalist, edged out the experienced Divya T S 37-36 to finish on top in the eight-shooter final.

Former Asian Games champion Rahi Sarnobat secured third place with 33 hits, after Divya edged her in the shoot-off. Rhythm Sangwan finished fourth, followed by Niveditha V Nair, National Champion Manu Bhaker, National Bronze Medallist Anjali Choudhary and Chinki Yadav, who completed the top eight, as per a press release from the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI).

Manu qualified for finals in the top spot after two days of qualification in the precision and rapid stages with a combined score of 582-17x (Precision 287, Rapid 295). Rahi Sarnobat followed with a score of 580-20x (Precision 292, Rapid 288) and Divya TS qualified in third place with a score of 580-13x (Precision 290, Rapid 290). Niveditha V Nair (577-23x, Precision 288, Rapid 289), Rhythm Sangwan (577-16x, Precision 285, Rapid 292), Anjali Choudhary (576-12x, Precision 287, Rapid 289), Chinki Yadav (575-20x, Precision 280, Rapid 290) and Arshdeep Kaur (575-19x, Precision 285, Rapid 290) completed the top eight.

The qualification and finals of 50m Rifle 3 Positions for both men and women, along with the qualification and finals of 10m Air Pistol for men, will be held tomorrow.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

R
Rohit P
The depth of talent is just mind-blowing. Manu Bhaker qualifies first but finishes 6th in the final? That's how competitive these trials are. Every single shooter here is world-class.
D
Divya L
Heartbreak for Divya TS, losing by just one point after such a strong qualification. But kudos to Arshdeep for holding her nerve. These selection trials are tougher than some international events!
A
Aman W
While the performance is fantastic, I hope the NRAI is also focusing on the mental health and long-term career management of these young athletes. The pressure must be immense.
S
Sarah B
As a shooting sports fan from abroad, it's incredible to follow the rise of Indian shooters. The competition at your national trials is fiercer than in many countries. Well done to all!
K
Karthik V
Punjab topper once again! 🎯 So proud of Arshdeep Kaur. This win will give her massive confidence. On to the Olympic quotas next!

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50