Insights from French Shooting Team Manager on Indian Shooting Sports

Eric Egretaud Discusses Indian Shooting Ecosystem

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], July 18: In a recent episode of the House of Glory podcast, hosted by the Gagan Narang Sports Foundation, Eric Egretaud, the manager of the Junior French Shooting Team, shared his observations from his visit to India, where he had the opportunity to witness the talents of Indian shooters nationwide.

During the podcast, Eric pointed out the similarities between the shooting sports environments in India and France, which contribute to their success in international competitions.

“We anticipated significant differences in our systems, including philosophy and techniques, but we discovered many shared aspects in training approaches,” Eric remarked, as noted in a press release from the Gagan Narang Sports Foundation.

He emphasized that what distinguishes India is the robust support from both private and government sectors, which significantly boosts the sport's growth.

“The Indian government is actively reinvesting in sports, which contrasts sharply with the situation in France, where our sports budget is consistently declining. Even with Olympic funding, cuts are being made post-Games,” he explained.

Eric also recounted his experience at the National Shooting Trials held in June 2025, where he was struck by the competitive spirit displayed by the athletes.

“In France, we have a limited number of athletes, so we dedicate considerable resources to nurturing identified talent. In contrast, India boasts a wealth of talented shooters across various levels, with Group B already showcasing impressive skills,” he elaborated.

He concluded with his philosophy on athlete development: “Concentrate on your journey and find joy in it. Success is not solely about the outcomes.”