India celebrated a proud moment at the ISSF World Championship in Cairo as Esha Singh clinched her first individual world championship bronze in the women’s 25m pistol Olympic event. Her composed and consistent performance added a significant milestone to India’s shooting campaign and strengthened the nation’s medal standings.

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Breakthrough Medal for Esha Singh

Esha scored 30 hits in the final, securing third place behind Korea’s Olympic champion Yang Jiin, who won gold with 40 hits, and China’s Yao Qianxun, who claimed silver with 38 hits. This podium finish marks a major achievement in Esha’s career, complementing her previous World Cup successes and setting her up confidently for the ISSF World Cup Finals in Doha.

Strong Qualifications and Intense Final

Both Esha Singh and Manu Bhaker advanced to the top eight after solid performances in qualification, scoring 587 and 586, respectively, out of 86 competitors. Esha entered the final in fifth position, while Manu qualified sixth. The final was highly competitive, with Esha maintaining third place through the series and winning a key duel against France’s Lamolle Mathilde. Manu Bhaker finished fourth, narrowly missing a medal.

India’s Historic Medal Haul

India concluded the championship with a record haul in Olympic shooting events: one gold, four silver, and two bronze medals, marking its best-ever performance at the world level. Overall, India ranked third across all events, behind China and Korea. Other notable Indian shooters, including Rahi Sarnobat in the 25m pistol team and Chain Singh, Akhil Sheoran, and Samarvir Singh in rifle prone events, delivered strong performances but narrowly missed podium finishes.

Quick Facts

Esha Singh won bronze in the women’s 25m pistol event at Cairo 2025.
Gold and silver went to Yang Jiin (40) and Yao Qianxun (38), respectively.
India ranked third overall with three gold, five silver, and four bronze medals.
Both Esha and Manu qualified for the final with scores of 587 and 586.
India’s women’s 25m pistol team finished fourth with 1745 points.

Esha Singh’s achievement underlines India’s rising prowess in pistol shooting at the global level. Her steady composure in high-pressure situations demonstrates the growing depth and consistency of Indian shooters, inspiring upcoming talent.