Another Gold for India's Marksmen in Nagoya
India's shooters continued their dominant run at the Asian Games in Nagoya, adding another gold to the country's tally in the trap mixed team event. The pairing of Kynan Chenai and Neeru Dhanda took the top spot, extending a gold rush that shows no sign of slowing.
The result reinforced the strength of India's shooting contingent at this edition of the Games, where the squad has been consistently reaching the podium's highest step.
A Second Title for Neeru Dhanda
For Dhanda, the win carries added weight. It is her second gold medal at these Games, marking a productive campaign for the shooter in Nagoya.
Milestones on the Medal Table
The mixed trap triumph was India's ninth gold medal of the Games. It was also the third gold India secured on the same day, making it a particularly rewarding stretch for the Indian contingent.
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How the Podium Finished
India's pair finished with 34 points to claim the title. Qatar took second place with 32 points, a narrow two-point margin behind the winners.
China, a traditional force in the event, had to settle for third place this time with 23 points. Iran also featured in the final standings, scoring 12 points.
A Gold Rush That Continues
With nine golds now in the bag, India's shooters have become a defining story of the Nagoya Games. The mixed trap team win was the latest in a series of strong performances, and it kept the momentum going for the Indian squad.
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