The Indian men’s 25m rapid fire pistol team won gold at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2024 in Lima, Peru. With a total of 16 medals, India leads the medal tally, followed by China and the USA. Raajwardhan Paatil, Mukesh Nelavalli, and Harsimar Singh Rattha achieved notable individual scores, contributing to India’s victory. The championship features over 560 competitors from 51 countries, with further competitions scheduled.

The Indian men’s 25m rapid fire pistol shooting team, comprising Raajwardhan Paatil, Mukesh Nelavalli, and Harsimar Singh Rattha, secured the gold medal at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2024 held in Lima, Peru, on Thursday. This victory underscores India’s dominance in the competition, as the country currently leads the medal tally with a total of 16 medals, which includes 11 gold, one silver, and four bronze medals. The next closest competitor, the People’s Republic of China, has obtained three golds and one silver, while the USA occupies the third position with a cumulative tally of ten medals. In the qualification rounds, Raajwardhan Paatil distinguished himself by finishing third with a score of 579-17x, closely followed by Mukesh Nelavalli, who achieved a score of 579-15x, placing him fourth. Harsimar Singh Rattha concluded the qualification in 13th position with a score of 564-10x. The combined efforts of these exemplary shooters culminated in a total score of 1722-42x, thereby clinching the gold medal ahead of teams from France (1701-44x) and Poland (1701-36x). Both Raajwardhan Paatil and Mukesh Nelavalli qualified for the six-man individual finals in the 25m rapid fire pistol event; however, they placed fourth and fifth, respectively, in this round. Paatil scores 17/30, while Nelavalli was eliminated with a score of 10/25 points. The top three podium finishes in the individual finals were captured by Jianan Yao from China (31/40), Yan Chesnel from France (23/40), and Tomasz Jedraszczyk from Poland (20/35). Continuing the efforts in the championship, the Indian men’s and women’s trap shooting teams are set to participate in their qualification rounds on Friday, with finals slated for Saturday. This year’s event witnesses over 560 participants from 51 countries, and India, fielding the largest contingent with 61 shooters, aims to maintain its winning trajectory as the competition progresses towards its conclusion on October 6.

The ISSF Junior World Championship serves as a prestigious international platform for young shooters to showcase their skills and compete against the finest talents from various countries. 2024 marks a significant year as the championship takes place in Lima, Peru, attracting over 560 shooters representing 51 nations. With a focus on promoting shooting sports among the youth, the participation entails a variety of events, including pistol, rifle, and shotgun disciplines. The importance of this championship not only lies in the preparation for future Olympic and continental competitions but also in providing invaluable experience to young athletes.

In conclusion, the Indian men’s 25m rapid fire pistol shooting team has showcased remarkable excellence at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2024, securing the gold medal and affirming India’s position at the forefront of the tournament with a total of 16 medals. The individual performances of the shooters also indicate their potential for future success in international shooting sports. As the championship progresses, further competitions involving trap shooters await, demonstrating continued hope for Indian dominance in the event.

Original Source: olympics.com

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