Former Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan and Kedar Jadhav extended their congratulations to trap shooter Neeru Dhanda for making history as the first Indian woman to secure an ISSF World Cup gold medal in the Trap event. Neeru achieved this milestone at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Lonato, Italy, by hitting 27 out of 30 targets in the women’s Trap final at Trap Concaverde. This victory not only marked a significant personal achievement for Neeru but also contributed to India’s rising prominence in international shotgun shooting.
Shikhar Dhawan praised Neeru’s dedication and success, emphasizing the correlation between hard work and gold medals. He expressed his joy for Neeru’s remarkable feat by stating, “When hard work hits the target, the medal can only be gold. Many congratulations Neeru Dhanda on winning the World Cup trap gold. Proud moment for Indian sport.”
Joining in the accolades, former Indian all-rounder Kedar Jadhav hailed Neeru for her historic triumph, labeling it as a pivotal moment for Indian sports. Jadhav lauded Neeru’s achievement in clinching the GOLD medal in the Shotgun Trap event at the #ISSFWorldCup2026 and becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat. He commended her for bringing immense pride to the nation and encouraged her to continue shining in her future endeavors.
Neeru Dhanda maintained her composure throughout the competition, delivering a consistent performance and hitting 27 targets out of 30 in the medal round. This victory not only secured her first ISSF World Cup gold but also contributed to India’s remarkable success story in international shooting competitions.
