Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale clinched a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, marking a historic achievement at the Chateauroux shooting range on Thursday. This victory adds to India’s tally, making it the third shooting medal for the country at the ongoing Summer Games.
Kusale, 28, demonstrated exceptional skill and composure throughout the competition. After the kneeling and prone rounds, he was ranked fifth with a score of 310.1. The standing position, an elimination round, proved to be crucial as Kusale held his nerve to secure his spot on the podium.
In the qualification round held on Wednesday, Kusale finished seventh with a score of 590-38x, making him the first Indian shooter to qualify for the men’s 50m rifle 3P medal event at the Olympics. His final score of 451.4 in the event sealed his bronze medal victory, adding to the nation’s pride and setting a new benchmark for future Indian shooters.
Kusale’s achievement is a testament to his dedication and hard work, and it highlights the growing prowess of Indian athletes in the international shooting arena. His bronze medal win is not only a personal triumph but also a significant moment for India at the Paris 2024 Olympics.