Shymkent, Kazakhstan – August 18, 2025
Article: 16th Asian Shooting Championship — Girish Gupta Clinches Gold
The 17-year-old prodigy Girish Gupta delivered a stellar performance in the 10m Air Pistol Men Youth event at the 16th Asian Shooting Championship. His score of 241.3 in the final secured him the gold, while compatriot Dev Pratap followed closely with 238.6 to claim silver, sealing an emphatic Indian 1–2 finish.
A Profitable Opening Day for India
India had an exceptional Day One in Shymkent, finishing with two golds and three silvers. Earlier in the day:
- Kapil Bainsla of Haryana secured gold in the Junior Men’s Air Pistol with a score of 243.0, narrowly edging out Uzbekistan’s Ilkhombek Obidjonov by 0.6 points. India’s Jonathan Gavin Antony clinched bronze.
- In team competitions, both the senior and junior men’s teams grabbed silver medals in their 10m air pistol team events, rounding out a spectacular start for India.
What Lies Ahead
Competition continues with the women’s air pistol finals, scheduled for Day Two, promising further opportunities for Indian shooters to shine.
Event Overview
The 16th Asian Shooting Championship, covering rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines, is being held from August 16–30, 2025, at the Shymkent Shooting Plaza in Kazakhstan.WikipediaAsian Shooting Confederation
Summary Table
| Shooters | Event | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| Girish Gupta | 10 m Air Pistol Men Youth | Gold (241.3) |
| Dev Pratap | 10 m Air Pistol Men Youth | Silver (238.6) |
| Kapil Bainsla | 10 m Air Pistol Junior Men | Gold (243.0) |
| Jonathan Gavin Antony | Same Event | Bronze |
| Men’s Teams | Junior & Senior Air Pistol | Team Silver |
Final Thoughts
Girish Gupta’s gold propels India off to a triumphant start. With promising talent emerging across junior and youth categories, India’s shooting squad looks poised to challenge for more medals in the championship’s remaining days.
