In the picturesque setting of Porpetto, Italy, the ISSF Junior World Cup witnessed an impressive performance by Indian skeet shooter Bhavtegh Singh Gill. On the opening day of qualification, Gill showcased his marksmanship, hitting a remarkable 74 out of 75 targets. This stellar performance secured him the sole third spot in a field of 68 competitors.
Bhavtegh Singh’s performance at Junior WC
Gill’s near-perfect accuracy bodes well for his chances in the upcoming rounds. As all participants return on Monday to complete the remaining two qualification rounds, the top six will then advance to the final. His compatriots, Zoravar Bedi (69) and Munek Battula (66), also participated but were further down in 25th and 47th spots, respectively.
In the women’s skeet category, Vanshika Tiwari led the Indian contingent, securing the 14th spot after the first day of qualification with a score of 67. Meanwhile, Sanjana Sood (66) ranked 19th, and Zahra Deesawala (60) held the 39th position.
The ISSF Junior World Cup is a crucial platform for young talents to showcase their skills and gain international exposure. Gill’s outstanding performance reflects India’s growing prowess in shooting sports, and we eagerly await the final rounds to see if he can clinch a medal.
Men's skeet category of Shotgun – Gold to Harmehar Singh of Guru Nanak Dev University, Silver went to Bhavtegh Singh Gill of Punjab Engineering College and Bronze to Gurnihal Singh of Guru Nanak Dev University.#AkashvaniAtKIUG2023 @kheloindia @airnewsalerts
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As the competition unfolds, the spotlight remains on Bhavtegh Singh Gill, who has already left a significant mark on the world stage. His precision and determination exemplify the spirit of sportsmanship and dedication to excellence. We wish him continued success in the pursuit of his shooting dreams.
