India concluded its campaign at the ISSF World Cup 2026 on a positive note by securing four medals across rifle, pistol, and shotgun events. The final medal came in the 10-meter Air Rifle Mixed Team event, where Sonam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon clinched the bronze medal, helping India finish the tournament with an impressive overall performance.
The Indian contingent ended the competition with one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals, reflecting the country’s growing strength in international shooting competitions.
ISSF World Cup 2026: India’s Medal Tally
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ISSF World Cup 2026 |
| India’s Total Medals | 4 |
| Gold | 1 |
| Silver | 1 |
| Bronze | 2 |
| Final Medal | Bronze – 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team |
| Overall Performance | 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze |
Sonam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon Win Bronze
India’s Sonam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon, competing as the country’s second mixed team, secured the bronze medal in the 10-meter Air Rifle Mixed Team event.
The duo registered a score of 441.2 points to finish third and add another medal to India’s tally.
Medal Winners – 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team
| Medal | Team |
|---|---|
| Gold | Wang Zifei & Sheng Lihao (China) |
| Silver | Du Yuchen & Zhang Changhong (China) |
| Bronze | Sonam Maskar & Himanshu Dhillon (India) |
India’s first team of Elavenil Valarivan and Parth Mane narrowly missed the podium after finishing fourth.
India’s Medal Winners at ISSF World Cup 2026
The Indian shooters delivered strong performances across pistol and rifle events.
| Athlete | Event | Medal |
|---|---|---|
| Esha Singh | Women’s 25m Pistol | Gold |
| Sainyam Vij | Women’s 10m Air Pistol | Silver |
| Manu Bhaker | Women’s 25m Pistol | Bronze |
| Sonam Maskar & Himanshu Dhillon | 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team | Bronze |
Highlights of India’s Campaign
India showcased consistency throughout the ISSF World Cup by winning medals in both pistol and rifle disciplines.
Key highlights include:
- Esha Singh captured the gold medal in the Women’s 25-meter Pistol event.
- Sainyam Vij secured the silver medal in the Women’s 10-meter Air Pistol competition.
- Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker added another international medal by winning bronze in the Women’s 25-meter Pistol.
- Sonam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon concluded India’s campaign with a bronze medal in the 10-meter Air Rifle Mixed Team event.
Significance of India’s Performance
India’s four-medal finish highlights the country’s continued emergence as a global powerhouse in shooting sports. The performances of experienced shooters alongside emerging talents demonstrate the depth of India’s shooting squad ahead of upcoming international competitions, including the Asian Games and Olympic qualification events.
The success also reflects the effectiveness of India’s investment in shooting infrastructure, coaching, and athlete development programs.
Key Takeaways
- India finished the ISSF World Cup 2026 with four medals.
- The medal tally included 1 Gold, 1 Silver, and 2 Bronze.
- Sonam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon won bronze in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event.
- The Indian pair scored 441.2 points to finish third.
- Esha Singh won gold in the Women’s 25m Pistol.
- Sainyam Vij secured silver in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol.
- Manu Bhaker claimed bronze in the Women’s 25m Pistol.
- India’s first mixed team of Elavenil Valarivan and Parth Mane finished fourth.
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