Indian Womens 10-Meter Air Rifle Team Wins Silver at Asian Games

Nagoya, September 20 (Daily Kiran) : The Indian women’s 10-meter air rifle team secured a silver medal at the Asian Games, prompting a positive response from Raunak Pandit, the shooting high-performance manager. Speaking after the event, Pandit expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “I believe all three girls shot exceptionally well. Of course, true happiness comes from winning gold. It feels like Indian shooting has reached a level where we no longer say we won silver, but rather that we lost gold.”

He noted the intense competition from countries like China, Korea, and surprisingly, Japan, which has emerged as a formidable contender. Pandit highlighted that after the initial relay, the team entered the medal race, showcasing resilience despite facing numerous challenges in the days leading up to the competition.

“The girls performed as they do in domestic and international circuits,” he said. “To maintain that level under the pressure of the Asian Games is commendable, and the entire team is very pleased.”

Pandit also addressed the logistical difficulties teams encounter at the Games, emphasizing that security concerns limit options for transportation and accommodations. “It’s not just us; other countries face similar issues. The key is how you react to these challenges,” he explained.

He encouraged focusing on performance rather than complaints, stating, “Ultimately, medals are about relative performance. If you perform poorly but your competitor does worse, you still win. I believe the team did a fantastic job, and we made every effort to ensure the athletes remained focused amidst distractions and difficulties.”