Historic Bronze for Indian Women's Skeet Team at Asian Games 2026

Celebrating a Milestone in Indian Shooting

Mairaj Ahmad Khan, an Indian skeet shooter, praised the remarkable achievement of the women's skeet team, which clinched a bronze medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. He emphasized that this accomplishment lays a solid foundation for future competitions.

The women's skeet team, consisting of Raiza Dhillon, Parinaaz Dhaliwal, and Maheshwari Chauhan, made history by securing India's first medal in this category at the Asian Games on Wednesday.

Men's Team Also Shines

In the men's skeet team event, the trio of Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Mairaj Ahmad Khan, and Bhavtegh Singh Gill also brought home a bronze medal. They finished third with a total score of 346 points, tying with Kazakhstan but winning the bronze after a shoot-off.

The Value of Every Medal

Reflecting on the overall performance of the Indian shooting team at the Games, Mairaj stated that every medal is significant. He remarked, "A medal is always a medal, regardless of whether it's bronze, silver, or gold. Achieving a podium finish is beneficial for the country."

Support for Fellow Athletes

Mairaj also expressed his support for fellow shooter Manu Bhaker, who finished fifth in the women's 10m air pistol final. He acknowledged her status as a champion and noted that fluctuations in performance are part of competition. Mairaj is optimistic about her chances in upcoming events, believing she can secure a gold medal.

Continued Success for Indian Shooting

The Indian shooting team has maintained a strong performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, with both the men's and women's skeet teams contributing two bronze medals to India's medal tally.