India Dominates ISSF World Cup 2025 in Lima

Suruchi Singh Claims Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Silver in Lima

India’s shooting squad has made a powerful statement at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Lima, Peru, with a standout performance that showcased both emerging talent and seasoned expertise. The spotlight was firmly on 18-year-old Suruchi Singh, who delivered a stunning performance to secure the gold medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event with a score of 243.6.

Right behind her was Olympic veteran Manu Bhaker, who scored 242.3 to claim silver, making it a thrilling 1-2 finish for India. China’s Yao Qianxun settled for bronze with 219.5 points. The result marks Suruchi’s second consecutive World Cup gold, following her top podium finish in Buenos Aires earlier this month.

Saurabh Chaudhary Adds to the Medal Tally

In the men’s 10m air pistol event, Saurabh Chaudhary added another medal to India’s growing tally, securing bronze. His consistency continues to shine through, having also won bronze in the mixed team event in Buenos Aires. These performances signal India’s steady build-up toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

A Medal-Rich Campaign in Buenos Aires

India’s strong showing in Lima follows an equally dominant campaign at the ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, where the contingent brought home eight medals — four gold, two silver, and two bronze — finishing second overall behind China.

Key highlights from that leg included:

• Sift Kaur Samra winning gold in Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions
• Rudrankksh Patil claiming gold in Men’s 10m Air Rifle
• Suruchi Singh earning gold in Women’s 10m Air Pistol
• Vijayveer Sidhu securing gold in Men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol

Silver and bronze medals were also won by Esha Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary, and the mixed team of Suruchi Singh and Saurabh Chaudhary.

Road to LA 2028 Begins with a Bang

These early season performances reflect a strong and confident Indian shooting contingent. With multiple young stars rising through the ranks and seasoned athletes maintaining top form, India is shaping up as a major contender on the global shooting stage.

The Lima leg of the ISSF World Cup serves not just as a medal hunt, but also as a crucial milestone in the journey to Los Angeles 2028. With momentum on their side, India’s sharpshooters are on target for a historic Olympic campaign.