India’s Sainyam won the silver medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Hangzhou, opening the country’s medal tally with a score of 243.4 in the final.
Sainyam wins silver in 10m air pistol at ISSF World Cup Hangzhou
India’s Sainyam opened the country’s medal account at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, China, by clinching the silver medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event on Friday.
The 22-year-old shooter produced a composed display in the final, scoring 243.4 to finish second against a strong international field. She had earlier qualified for the eight-woman final with a score of 579.
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The silver medal continues Sainyam’s impressive progression on the international circuit after a series of strong performances over the past year.
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Her latest success comes on the back of winning the 10m Air Pistol Trial 2 at the National Selection Trials in New Delhi with a score of 243.1, while she had also claimed silver at the ISSF World Cup Final in Doha.
The Chandigarh shooter previously won gold medals at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl and the ISSF Junior World Championships in Changwon in 2023, establishing herself as one of India’s brightest pistol shooters.
National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo praised Sainyam’s composure on the world stage.
“Sainyam’s podium finish in Hangzhou is a testament to her dedication and technical discipline. Competing against a top-tier international field requires immense composure, and her performance reflects the high standards she consistently strives for.”
NRAI Secretary General Pawankumar Singh added that her transition from junior success to senior World Cup podiums highlights her growth as an elite shooter.
India had another finalist in Suruchi Inder Singh, who finished seventh after qualifying with 579-20x.
Competing under Ranking Points Only (RPO) status, Manu Bhaker recorded the highest qualification score among the Indian contingent with 582-12x, while Esha Singh finished 13th with 577-22x. Lakshita posted 572-14x in her RPO appearance.
Sainyam’s silver gives India a positive start to its campaign in Hangzhou as the shooters look to add more medals over the remainder of the ISSF World Cup.
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