Hyderabad, May 28, 2026:
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday congratulated Esha Singh for her historic achievement at the ISSF World Cup 2026, praising her exceptional performance in shooting. He said Esha Singh’s victory in the women’s 25m pistol final in Munich, where she scored 43 hits to set a new world record, would remain a memorable milestone in the history of Indian shooting.
The Chief Minister lauded the Hyderabad-based shooter for her dedication, discipline and determination, stating that she has become an inspiration to millions. He added that her remarkable performance reflects the bright future of Indian sports and motivates aspiring athletes across the country.
A Historic World Record:
Asian champion Esha Singh delivered a standout performance at the ISSF World Cup 2026 in Munich, Germany, clinching the women’s 25m pistol gold medal with a world record score. In a high-quality eight-shooter field featuring reigning Olympic champion Yang Ji-in, Esha held her nerve through the elimination stages before finishing with a 43/50 in the final. The score stands as both the senior and junior world record.
It was India’s first individual shooting medal of the ISSF World Cup season across rifle, pistol and shotgun events. The gold medal also earned the 21-year-old Indian shooter a direct qualification spot for the season-ending ISSF World Cup Final, scheduled to be held in Rome, Italy, in December.
Competition Results:
Former world champion and European Games gold medallist Doreen Vennekamp of Germany settled for silver with 38/50, while Bulgaria’s Miroslava Mincheva claimed bronze with 31/45.
Nation Celebrates:
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also congratulated Esha Singh, calling it “a day of World Records for Bharat,” celebrating India’s growing excellence across multiple sporting disciplines.
CM Revanth Reddy also wished Esha Singh continued success in the future, expressing hope that she will scale greater heights and bring more laurels to the nation.