China’s Liu Yukun, the reigning Olympic champion in the Paris 2024 Olympics, was honored as the athlete of the year by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). Also, Korea’s Yang Ji-in, was named the female athlete of the year, recognizing her remarkable achievements in the sport.
Liu Yukun of China : The Paris 2024 Olympics champion in the 50-metre rifle 3-position was named Athlete of the Year by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF).
Yang Ji-in of Korea : The women’s 25-metre sports pistol Olympic champion was adjudged the Female Athlete of the Year.
ISSF President Luciano Rossi : Presented the Athlete of the Year awards to Liu Yukun and Yang Ji-in.
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya : Declared the World Cup Final open, highlighting the event as a “celebration of excellence and unity.”
Dates : October 15 to 17, 2024 (Finals Details)
Venue : Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, Tughlakabad, India.
Total Competitions : Four finals each day, covering all 12 Olympic events (pistol, rifle, shotgun categories).
Participating Countries : 37 countries.
Total Participants : 132 elite shooters.
India’s Contingent : India fields the largest team with 23 shooters, making up a significant proportion of the total participants.
World Cup Final (WCF) : The season-ending tournament for elite shooters in pistol, rifle, and shotgun events.
Purpose : To determine the best performers of the year in each category, solidifying the rankings and standings for the season.
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