Sports 03 November 2026
ISSF World Championship: Indian Trio Wins 50m Men's Team Gold
Why in the News?
The Indian trio of **Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary, and Amanpreet Singh** clinched the team gold in the men’s 50m pistol event at the ongoing **ISSF World Championships**.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Team Event Success:
- The Indian trio registered a combined score of **1659 points** to seal the top spot. Ravinder Singh led with 559 points, followed by Saurabh Chaudhary (551) and Amanpreet Singh (549).
- China claimed silver with 1648 points, while South Korea won bronze with 1643 points.
- Individual Event Accolades:
- Ravinder Singh also bagged the **silver medal** in the individual 50m pistol competition with 559 points.
- Russia’s Anton Aristarkhov won individual gold (561 points), while Romania's Luca Joldea secured bronze (558 points).
- Tally Standings:
- With a gold and a silver medal, India moved to the top of the medal standings in the non-Olympic category events.
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Static GK Facts:
- International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF):
- Founded: **1907** | Headquarters: **Munich, Germany**.
- President: Luciano Rossi.
- National Rifle Association of India (NRAI):
- Established: **1951** | Headquarters: **New Delhi**.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Which country won the team gold medal in the men's 50m pistol event at the ISSF World Championship?
A: India (Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary, Amanpreet Singh)
Q: Who won the individual silver medal for India in the men's 50m pistol event at the ISSF World Championship?
A: Ravinder Singh
Q: Where is the headquarters of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF)?
A: Munich, Germany
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