Indian Shooter Nischal Clinches Silver Medal at ISSF World Cup 2023
Impressive Performance in Women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions Event
NEW-DELHI: Indian Rifle Shooter Nischal Singh showcased remarkable skill and determination at the ongoing ISSF World Cup in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, securing a well-deserved silver medal in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event. This achievement marked India's second medal on the final day of the prestigious competition.
In a fiercely competitive final, Nischal displayed immense precision, accumulating a total of 480.0 points to claim the silver medal. She was narrowly edged out by Norway's esteemed shooter, Janet Hague Duestedt, who is the reigning European champion in air rifle and boasts an impressive tally of 5 gold medals in her career. Nischal's stellar performance is a testament to her talent and dedication, bringing pride to the nation.
It's worth noting that Nischal had previously achieved a commendable fourth position at the Tokyo Olympics. In this World Cup event, she not only clinched the silver medal but also set a new national record in the women's 3 position qualification, further solidifying her position as a formidable force in the world of shooting.