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India's Kanak Secures First Gold at ISSF Junior World Cup with Stunning 10m Air Pistol Win

The 17-year-old outperformed two-time Olympian Anna Dulce to claim victory, while Adriyan Karmakar added silver in the 50m rifle prone event.

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Overview

  • Kanak delivered a stellar performance in the women's 10m air pistol final, scoring 239.0 to win gold by a 1.7-point margin over Moldova's Anna Dulce.
  • The victory marks India's first gold at the 2025 ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, showcasing the rising talent in Indian shooting.
  • Kanak's decisive moment came with a 10.5 on her 15th shot, followed by a series of high 10s and consistent scores that secured her lead.
  • Adriyan Karmakar, competing in the 50m rifle prone, earned silver with a score of 626.7, narrowly missing gold by 0.3 points to Sweden's Jesper Johansson.
  • Both Kanak and Prachi advanced to the 10m air pistol final, reflecting the depth of India's junior shooting squad.