New Delhi: Olympian Esha Singh once again stamped her authority on the Asian shooting stage by clinching gold in the women’s 10m air pistol event and leading India to the women’s team title at the Asian Shooting Championship (pistol & rifle) on Wednesday. The 21-year-old came from behind to win in thrilling fashion, adding to her growing legacy in international shooting.
In a high-quality final, Esha scored 239.8 points, edging out Chinese Taipei’s Cheng Yen-Ching (235.4) for the top spot, while Yu Ai-Wen earned bronze with 217.7 points. Esha’s performance was marked by cool nerves and precise shooting in the closing stages — traits that have become her trademark on the range.
“Her composure in the final rounds was outstanding. This gold shows she’s not just consistent — she’s a finisher,” said a shooting analyst following the event. �
Team Triumph: India Tops the Podium
India also dominated the women’s 10m air pistol team event, combining for a total of 1,726 points to take team gold ahead of rivals Vietnam and Chinese Taipei. The trio of Suruchi Inder Singh (576), Manu Bhaker (575) and Esha Singh (575) proved formidable throughout the qualification phase, showing strength in depth for India’s squad.
This team victory reflects India’s continued rise in the shooting world, building on strong performances in recent global events and displaying a blend of experience and youth.
What This Means for Indian Shooting
With this title, Esha Singh adds another stellar achievement to her growing resume, following her World Cup gold last season and earlier continental success. Her ability to deliver under pressure bodes well for India’s medal prospects in upcoming ISSF competitions and global meets.
India’s success in New Delhi highlights the depth of talent and competitive spirit in the national shooting contingent — a promising sign as the sport’s next big championships approach.
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