Hangzhou: India clinched gold in the men’s trap team shooting event on Day 8 of the ongoing Asian Games 2023, in Hangzhou, on Sunday. The Indian team, consisting of Kynan Chenai, Zoravar Singh Sandhu, and Prithviraj Tondaiman, shot a total of 361 points to finish ahead of Kuwait (352) and China (346).
This is India’s third gold medal in shooting at the Asian Games 2023. The Indian team had earlier won gold in the women’s skeet team event and the mixed team air rifle event.
Chenai, Sandhu, and Tondaiman shot consistently throughout the final, and they were never really challenged by their opponents. Chenai was the highest scorer for the Indian team, with 142 points. Sandhu scored 139 points, and Tondaiman scored 120 points.
The Indian team’s victory is a significant achievement, as it shows that India is a force to be reckoned with in shooting. The team’s performance is also a boost for Indian sport, as it shows that India is capable of winning medals at the highest level.
The Indian team had a strong team composition. All three shooters were experienced and in good form. The Indian team shot consistently throughout the final. They did not make any major mistakes, and they were able to maintain their lead throughout the competition. The Indian team had the support of the home crowd. The Indian fans were cheering loudly for the team, and this helped to motivate the shooters.
India’s victory in the men’s trap team shooting event is a major achievement. It shows that India is a force to be reckoned with in shooting, and it is a boost for Indian sport.