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Rudrankksh Patil Embraces Pressure Ahead of Asian Games

Rudrankksh Patil Embraces Pressure Ahead of Asian Games
'Pressure keeps me alive': Shooter Rudrankksh Patil eyes Asian Games medal · rediff.com

Rudrankksh Patil is an Indian shooter preparing for the 2026 Asian Games.

He will compete in two different rifle events.

This will be his first multi-sport event in which he participates in both events.

Patil says pressure does not scare him.

Instead, it helps him concentrate and follow his plan.

His team is preparing a schedule for training and recovery.

Older shooters have taught him to stay calm and focus on the moment.

Patil hopes these preparations will help him perform well and win a medal.

Key facts

Athlete
Rudrankksh Patil
Competition
2026 Asian Games
Location
Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
Events
Men’s 10m air rifle and men’s 50m rifle 3 positions, including team events
Schedule
September 19–October 4, 2026
Pressure approach
Patil says pressure increases his focus and helps him perform
Recent achievement
He won individual and team gold medals at the 2026 Asian Shooting Championships in New Delhi

Quotes

Rudrankksh Patil

Indian rifle shooter preparing for the 2026 Asian Games

“I'm looking for the pressure most of the time, and I get it, and when I get it, I just enjoy it. During high-pressure situations, the focus automatically kicks in, and I don't have to do anything else. I just have to follow my process.”
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“For me, I think I get more focused during high-pressure events. So that has been a very special thing which has been happening with me for many years, and I get excited with pressure that keeps me alive, that keeps me running.”
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