Bolstering tally, India get gold & silver at FISU Univ C’ship with Aishwary’s aim

Bhopal: At the FISU World University Championship Shooting 2024 in New Delhi, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar of Madhya Pradesh secured a team gold medal and an individual silver in the 50m Three Positions (3P) team event.Aishwary clinched a silver medal in the individual category with 458.2 points, demonstrating exceptional skill in Kneeling (153.3), Prone (51.8, 51.6, 49.9), and Standing (52.6, 51.9, 52.5) positions. Adriyan Karmakar and Parikshit Singh Brar were the other gold medal-winning team members.The team's success was built on months of rigorous training and preparation at various facilities across India. Their coordinated effort and approach helped them maintain consistency throughout the championship. The gold medal performance highlighted India's growing strength in international shooting competitions.In the individual category, Aishwary's silver medal-winning performance showcased remarkable stability across all three positions. His scores reflected excellent form control and breathing techniques, particularly in the challenging standing position. The achievement adds to his growing list of international accolades and strengthens his position as one of India's top shooters.The championship served as an important platform for university-level shooters to gain international exposure as well. The victory has significant implications for sports development in Madhya Pradesh, where shooting facilities and training programmes continue to expand and produce talented athletes. The state's sports infrastructure and support system have played a crucial role in nurturing talents like Aishwary.
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