Samrat Rana Scripts History with 10m Air Pistol World Title
Becomes first Indian pistol shooter to win world championship in Olympic discipline

India’s young shooting sensation Samrat Rana etched his name in history on Monday by clinching the men’s 10m air pistol gold medal at the prestigious ISSF World Championships in Cairo. The 20-year-old displayed nerves of steel and remarkable precision to outshoot a world-class field, becoming the first Indian pistol shooter to win a world title in an Olympic discipline.

Rana’s golden performance also powered India to the team gold medal in the same event, underlining the nation’s growing dominance in shooting sports. His triumph marks a milestone moment for Indian shooting, traditionally strong in rifle events but now making waves in pistol disciplines as well.

With Rana’s victory, India’s overall tally at the championships rose to three gold, three silver, and three bronze medals, propelling the country from fifth to third place on the medal table, behind leaders China, who have six golds, four silvers, and two bronzes.

Rana’s performance is being hailed as one of the defining moments for India’s shooting contingent as the nation eyes greater success on the global stage ahead of the 2028 Olympics. His win not only reinforces India’s emerging depth in shooting talent but also inspires a new generation of young marksmen across the country.