Naib Subedar Neeru Dhanda created history in Indian shooting by winning the ISSF World Cup gold medal in Trap Shooting. The title makes her the first female Indian to earn such an accolade in shooting.
The 26-year-old Naib Subedar’s brilliant performance helped her emerge victorious against former World Champion, Carole Cormenier from France. Neeru exhibited great consistency in her performance during the tournament by recording a new national record of 121/125 in the qualifying round followed by an excellent 27/30 in the finals.
Trained under Peter Wilson, her success is an indication of the importance of resilience, hard work, and dedication. This achievement has not only raised India’s reputation in the sport of shooting but has also inspired many women aspirants in the country.
Commenting on her training, vision, and execution Neeru said, "When you compete alongside a world champion, you have to believe you are a champion too. I blocked out everything else and focused completely on my own routine. It didn't matter to me who was hitting or missing around me. Nothing is impossible when you stay calm, live in the present, and train with absolute focus."
Key Highlights:
- Neeru Dhanda becomes first Indian woman to win ISSF Trap World Cup gold
- Neeru sets national record with 121/125 in ISSF World Cup qualifiers
- Historic win marks a major milestone for Indian women's shooting
This achievement is not only a feather in her cap but also strengthens India’s position on a global level. Powered by decades of unrelenting dedication, this remarkable feat is not only an award; rather, it speaks volumes about the arrival of Indian women's shooting at the international level.
Neeru added, "Watching the national flag go up on the podium was an incredible feeling. It made me realise that the world's best shooters are well within our reach. We did not have a women's trap medal at this level for a very long time, so this gold finally breaks that barrier. I am confident that medals will now come much more consistently for India."
Talking about her future, Neeru stressed that winning the World Cup was merely the beginning of a long journey of competition ahead. The gold medal acts as a huge confidence booster for the team as they move onto future international engagements and qualification to the Olympics.
"This gold is a great start, but the real work begins now. We have the National Camp coming up, and my focus is completely on the World Championships and securing the Olympic quota. My ultimate goal is to win a gold medal at the Los Angeles Olympics, and our preparation for that dream starts right here." she commented.
In recognition of her accomplishment, the elite Indian watchmaker Rotoris said that her victory symbolized the key values of precision, discipline, and perseverance, which are the pillars of their luxury watches. The brand's co-founders noted that her journey mirrors the dedication and craftsmanship that define its luxury timepieces, underscoring how excellence is built through unwavering commitment.
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