Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Esha Singh Wins Gold, Manu Bhaker Claims Bronze at ISSF World Cup
Esha Singh and Manu Bhaker, two Indian shooters, competed in the women's 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou.
Esha Singh won the gold medal with a strong performance, scoring 40 hits in the final.
Manu Bhaker, an Olympic-medallist, secured the bronze medal after a tense shoot-off.
Both athletes had impressive qualification rounds, with Manu topping the standings.
Esha mentioned feeling pressure due to her previous record-setting performance, while Manu focused on gaining experience for future competitions.
This double-podium finish is a significant achievement for India in shooting sports.
Esha Singh won gold in the women's 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou.
Manu Bhaker secured bronze, completing a double-podium finish for India.
Esha Singh scored 40 hits in the final, while Manu Bhaker finished with 28 hits.
Manu Bhaker topped the qualification round with a score of 586-20x, followed by Esha Singh with 585-18x.
Esha Singh previously set a world record in Munich with 43 hits in the final.
- Who
- Esha Singh and Manu Bhaker
- What
- Esha Singh won gold and Manu Bhaker won bronze in the women's 25m pistol event
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Hangzhou
- Why
- To compete in the ISSF World Cup
Esha Singh's Performance
Manu Bhaker's Performance
Final Performance
Esha Singh's Performance
Esha Singh delivered a commanding performance with 40 hits in the final.
Manu Bhaker's Performance
Manu Bhaker won a crucial shoot-off, finishing with 28 hits to secure bronze.
Qualification Round
Esha Singh's Performance
Esha Singh scored 585-18x in the qualification round.
Manu Bhaker's Performance
Manu Bhaker topped the qualifying standings with a score of 586-20x.
Mental Pressure
Esha Singh's Performance
Esha Singh mentioned feeling pressure due to her previous record-setting performance in Munich.
Manu Bhaker's Performance
Manu Bhaker focused on gaining experience and building momentum for future competitions.
- Event
- ISSF World Cup
- Location
- Hangzhou
- Esha Singh's Final Score
- 40 hits
- Manu Bhaker's Final Score
- 28 hits
- Esha Singh's Qualification Score
- 585-18x
- Manu Bhaker's Qualification Score
- 586-20x
- Esha Singh's Previous Achievement
- World record in Munich with 43 hits
- Manu Bhaker's Previous Achievement
- Paris 2024 double Olympic-medallist
Sources
Hyderabad girl Esha strikes gold, Manu claims bronze
ISSF World Cup: Esha Singh wins 25m pistol gold, Manu Bhaker claims bronze - Telegraph India
Esha Singh Wins Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Bronze In Women's 25m Pistol At ISSF WC in Hangzhou
Esha Singh Strikes Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Bronze At Shooting World Cup
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Esha Singh overcomes pressure to clinch ISSF World Cup gold; Manu Bhaker bags bronze
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