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ISSF Shooting World Cup: Indian shooter Rhythm Sangwan narrowly missed out on a medal at the ongoing ISSF Rifle and Pistol World Cup in Cairo, Egypt.
Despite an impressive performance in the qualification round of the women’s 25m pistol event, Sangwan had to settle for fourth place after struggling to maintain her momentum in the final stages of the competition.
The Indian shooter had entered the final as the top qualifier, raising hopes of a podium finish.
However, her performance in the closing stages of the final prevented her from converting that strong start into a medal.
Rhythm Sangwan Tops Qualification with 587 Points
Rhythm Sangwan delivered an impressive performance in the qualification round of the women’s 25m pistol event, scoring 587 points to finish at the top of the standings.
Her qualification score placed her among the leading contenders for a medal and strengthened India’s hopes of a podium finish in the event.
Having topped the qualification round, Sangwan was expected to continue her strong form in the final.
However, she was unable to maintain the same level of consistency during the decisive stages and ultimately finished fourth.
Medal Slips Away in the Final Stages
Shooting requires exceptional concentration, precision and the ability to perform under pressure, particularly during the final stages of a major international competition.
Although Sangwan demonstrated her potential in the qualification round, she could not sustain her momentum when it mattered most.
The result was a disappointing fourth-place finish, leaving her just outside the medal positions.
Missing out on a medal after topping the qualification round will be a setback for the Indian shooter.
Nevertheless, her performance in the preliminary stage highlighted her competitive ability and potential to challenge for podium finishes at the international level.
Indian Shooters Struggle in Men’s 10m Air Rifle
India also faced disappointment in the men’s 10m air rifle event during the October 12 competitions at the ISSF World Cup in Cairo.
Indian shooters competing in the event failed to qualify for the final, further adding to the challenges faced by the Indian contingent on the day.
With Sangwan finishing fourth in the women’s 25m pistol event and the Indian shooters missing out on the men’s 10m air rifle final, the day’s results proved disappointing for the Indian shooting team.
Focus Shifts to Upcoming Competitions
The ISSF World Cup provides an important platform for Indian shooters to test themselves against some of the world’s leading competitors.
For Rhythm Sangwan, the qualification performance in Cairo will serve as a positive takeaway despite missing out on a medal.
Her ability to finish at the top of the qualification standings demonstrates her potential, while consistency in the final stages will remain crucial in future competitions.
Indian shooting fans will now look forward to stronger performances from the contingent in the upcoming events, with hopes that the shooters can turn promising displays into podium finishes.
