Akhil Sheoran Secures Bronze at ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi

India’s Akhil Sheoran clinched the bronze medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi. In a high-pressure moment, Sheoran displayed remarkable composure and precision, making a decisive shot in the final round to finish third with a score of 452.6.

Bronze Medal Victory

• Akhil Sheoran won the bronze medal at the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi, finishing with a score of 452.6.
• The gold medal was secured by Hungary’s Istvan Peni with 465.3, while Jiri Privratsky from the Czech Republic claimed silver with 464.2.

Clutch Shot Under Pressure

• In the 41st shot of the final, Sheoran delivered a score of 10.7, the best of the round, propelling him from fourth place to third.
• He displayed a calm and calculated approach, taking around 30 seconds for each shot.

Comeback After Injury

• Earlier this year, Sheoran’s preparation was disrupted by an accident, resulting in a chip fracture in his arm.
• Despite the setback, he recovered to win a medal and is now setting his sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Previous Achievements

• Sheoran had a strong start to the year with a bronze at the Cairo World Cup and a gold at the Asian Championships in Jakarta.
• He also secured an Olympic quota for India at the 2023 World Championships in Baku, where he finished third.

Looking Ahead to LA 2028

• Sheoran aims to use this medal as motivation for the next Olympic cycle, setting bigger goals and preparing for future competitions.

Rhythm Sangwan’s Close Call

• On the women’s side, India’s Rhythm Sangwan narrowly missed out on a medal in the 25m pistol final, finishing fourth after losing a shoot-off for bronze.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	India’s Akhil Sheoran clinched the bronze medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi.
Gold & Silver Medalists	– Gold: Istvan Peni (Hungary) – 465.3 – Silver: Jiri Privratsky (Czech Republic) – 464.2
Previous Achievements	– Bronze at Cairo World Cup – Gold at Asian Championships in Jakarta – Secured Olympic quota at 2023 World Championships in Baku (finished 3rd)
Looking Ahead to LA 2028	Aims to use this medal as motivation to prepare for the next Olympic cycle and achieve bigger goals.