ISSF World Cup 2025: Suruchi Inder Singh, Vijayveer Sidhu win gold in 10m air pistol & 25m rapid fire in Buenos Aires

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ISSF World Cup 2025 Buenos Aires: India stamped its authority on the global shooting stage with a double gold delight at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Rising star Suruchi Inder Singh clinched a sensational victory in the women's 10m air pistol, overcoming a trio of top Chinese shooters to mark her international arrival in style.

Hot on her heels, Vijayveer Sidhu delivered a composed yet commanding performance to secure the top podium finish in the men's 25m rapid fire pistol, adding a second gold to India's tally on a day of high drama and precision.

The twin triumphs helped India leapfrog traditional powerhouse China to claim the top spot on the medal standings at the season-opening event. With four gold, one silver and one bronze, the Indian contingent has set the tone for the shooting season ahead, firmly establishing itself as a formidable force in Olympic shooting disciplines.

Suruchi Inder Singh Shines Bright in Women’s 10m Air Pistol

On a crisp Tuesday in Buenos Aires, 18-year-old Suruchi Inder Singh scripted a golden chapter in her already impressive career by winning the women’s 10m air pistol event, overcoming a high-pressure field filled with Chinese sharpshooters.

Suruchi, who had earlier topped the qualification chart with a score of 583, ahead of China’s Qian Wei (582-23x) and Jiang Ranxin (582-17x), showed nerves of steel in the final. Though she trailed Wei until the ninth shot and momentarily slipped to fourth after a rare 8.9, she bounced back in spectacular fashion.

She responded with a 10.7 and 10.8 in the first elimination series, snatching the lead from Wei. From that moment on, Suruchi was in control. With each elimination round, she slowly but steadily increased the margin between herself and the Chinese shooter.

By the fourth elimination, she had built a lead of 0.5 points over Wei. Despite Wei needing to overcome a 1.2-point deficit heading into the final stages, Suruchi shut the door firmly with a brilliant 10.8 on her penultimate shot to seal the deal.

The final results saw Suruchi atop with 244.6, followed by Qian Wei at 241.9, while double Olympic medallist Jiang Ranxin secured the bronze with 221.0 after winning a shoot-off against compatriot Qianxun Yao.

It’s a massive leap for Suruchi, who already made waves last year by clinching seven gold medals at the National Championships in New Delhi. Her win here against a strong Chinese contingent underscores her growing stature on the world stage.

Vijayveer Sidhu Comeback Gold in Men’s 25m Rapid Fire

If Suruchi’s win was a display of consistency, Vijayveer Sidhu’s triumph in the men’s 25m rapid fire pistol was a tale of resilience and remarkable comeback.

The 22-year-old Indian shooter had a rocky start to the final, hitting just one of five targets in the opening series. However, he turned the tide swiftly in the second, third, and fourth series with four hits each, putting himself right back in contention.

When Ivan Seminikhin was eliminated first, Vijayveer had surged to second place with 13 hits. A perfect five in the following series saw him take the lead, and he never looked back.

The drama continued as Nikita Chiryukin and Yang Yuhao battled in a shoot-off to stay in medal contention. The Chinese shooter prevailed but eventually had to settle for bronze with 23 hits, as Vijayveer and Italy’s Riccardo Mazzetti engaged in a nail-biting race to the finish.

Both shooters ended with 29 hits, but the Indian’s early dominance in the latter stages gave him the edge, securing India’s second gold of the day.

Other Indian Performances and Medal Tally

While Gurpreet Singh (10th, 575) and Anish Bhanwala (13th, 570) couldn’t progress beyond the qualification round in the 25m rapid fire pistol, their compatriot’s success ensured India finished the day on top of the overall medals table.

India’s medal haul now stands at:

• 4 Gold
• 1 Silver
• 1 Bronze

China’s medal tally:

• 3 Gold
• 2 Silver
• 3 Bronze

A Power Statement Before Paris

With the Paris Olympics around the corner, India’s strong start to the ISSF World Cup season is an encouraging sign. The performance in Buenos Aires not only reaffirms the depth of Indian shooting talent but also signals a serious challenge to established powerhouses like China.

As the young guns continue to make their mark, Indian shooting fans have every reason to be hopeful — and proud.

ISSF World Cup 2025 – Key Results:

Women’s 10m Air Pistol Final:

1. Suruchi Singh (IND) – 244.6 (Qualification: 583)
2. Qian Wei (CHN) – 241.9 (582-23x)
3. Jiang Ranxin (CHN) – 221.0 (582-17x)

Other Indian Results: Manu Bhaker – 574 (13th), Surbhi Rao – 574 (14th), Sainyam – 572 (RPO), Simranpreet Kaur Brar – 569

Men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Final:

1. Vijayveer Sidhu (IND) – 29 (Qualification: 579)
2. Riccardo Mazzetti (ITA) – 28 (578)
3. Yang Yuhao (CHN) – 23 (581)

Other Indian Results: Gurpreet Singh – 575 (10th), Anish Bhanwala – 570 (13th)