Indian shooting stars Elavenil Valarivan and Arjun Babuta combined class, composure, and world-record precision to clinch mixed team gold at the Asian Shooting Championships, delivering a performance that underlined India’s growing dominance in rifle events.
The Indian duo powered their way to the top with a world-record score in the qualification stage, setting the tone for a commanding run through the competition. Their consistency and shot-to-shot control gave them a clear edge over strong Asian rivals, earning them a place in the gold medal match with confidence to spare.
In the final, Elavenil and Arjun showcased exceptional teamwork and mental strength under pressure. Trading flawless shots and maintaining calm in decisive moments, they outperformed their opponents to secure the gold medal, adding another prestigious title to India’s shooting success story.
Officials and coaches hailed the pair’s achievement as a sign of India’s world-class preparation and depth in air rifle events. Breaking a world record and converting it into gold highlighted not only individual brilliance but also seamless coordination in the mixed team format.
For Elavenil Valarivan, the result reaffirmed her status as one of India’s most dependable shooters on the international stage, while Arjun Babuta’s performance further cemented his reputation as a big-match competitor. Together, they delivered a statement performance ahead of upcoming global competitions.
