India’s young shooting stars once again showcased their class on the world stage as Shiva Narwal and Yug Pratap Rathore secured silver and bronze respectively in the men’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany.
The twin podium finish added another memorable chapter to India’s impressive campaign at the championship, underlining the country’s growing dominance in junior shooting competitions. Competing against some of the best emerging talents from across the globe, both shooters displayed remarkable consistency and composure in a high-pressure final.
Shiva Narwal, already regarded as one of India’s most promising pistol shooters, delivered another strong performance to finish second and bring home the silver medal. The result continues his outstanding 2026 season, having earlier won gold in the same event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo. Narwal’s ability to remain calm during the decisive stages once again proved crucial as he secured a place on the podium.
Yug Pratap Rathore also impressed throughout the competition and ensured India celebrated a double medal finish by clinching the bronze medal. His performance reflected the depth of talent emerging from India’s junior shooting programme and highlighted the country’s strength in pistol events.
Key Highlights
Event: Men’s 10m Air Pistol (Junior)
Competition: ISSF Junior World Championship 2026
Venue: Suhl, Germany
Silver Medal: Shiva Narwal (India)
Bronze Medal: Yug Pratap Rathore (India)
India secured two medals in the same event, strengthening its position among the leading nations in the championship.
Why This Medal Matters
India has enjoyed a highly successful campaign at the Junior World Championship, collecting medals across rifle and pistol disciplines. The performances of Narwal and Rathore further demonstrate the country’s strong pipeline of young shooters capable of succeeding at the highest international level. Recent results have kept India among the top-performing nations at the tournament.
For Narwal, the silver medal is another significant achievement in a year that has already seen him emerge as one of the standout performers in junior shooting. For Rathore, the bronze represents a breakthrough moment on the world stage and could be the start of a promising international career.
India’s Medal Momentum Continues
With medals continuing to arrive from multiple events, India’s junior shooters are proving that the future of the sport remains bright. The double podium finish in the men’s 10m air pistol event not only boosts the country’s medal tally but also reinforces its reputation as a global powerhouse in shooting sports.
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