India’s golden campaign at the Asian Games added a thrilling new chapter as the duo of Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai clinched the gold medal in the mixed team trap shooting event.
Displaying remarkable composure under immense pressure, the Indian pair combined for a stellar 34 points, setting a new record and leaving fans nationwide cheering for their precision.
The decisive final was a high-stakes showdown against Qatar, who pushed the Indian shooters to the limit. Maintaining their focus through every round, Dhanda and Chenai ultimately edged out their rivals by a slim two-point margin, finishing at the summit with 34 points to Qatar’s silver-winning 32.
China secured the bronze medal with 23 points, while Iran finished fourth with 12 points.
This latest triumph further bolsters India’s impressive campaign in shooting sports at the Games. With this victory, India’s overall tally climbs to 57 medals—featuring nine gold, 21 silver, and 27 bronze—placing the nation firmly at eighth on the official medal table. As the tournament progresses, the phenomenal performance by Dhanda and Chenai stands out as a proud milestone for Indian athletics.
