India continued its dominance in shooting at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with stellar performances on April 8, 2025, by Suruchi Singh and Vijayveer Sidhu.
- Suruchi Singh, just 18 years old, won her first-ever gold in the women’s 10m air pistol event, defeating top Chinese contenders. With a final score of 244.6, she outshot China’s Qian Wei and Jiang Ranxin, securing a major international breakthrough.
- Vijayveer Sidhu made history by becoming the first Indian ever to win gold in the men’s 25m rapid fire pistol. His composed, world-class performance reaffirmed his place among India’s elite shooters.
These victories lifted India to the top of the medal tally, with a total of 4 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze, marking a remarkable run at the event. This performance reflects India’s growing prowess in shooting and raises high hopes for upcoming Olympic shooting events.
