Hey sharpshooters! 🎯 This past Sunday in Doha, Qatar, the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup delivered major thrills as the Chinese mainland's Li Yuehong nailed his men's 25m rapid-fire pistol title defense.
In a fresh finals format that now features eight top shooters (up from six), the 36-year-old Paris 2024 gold medalist leaned on his experience for a stellar performance in his first international appearance of the season.
Li jumped ahead after the first two series, leading India's young talent Anish Bhanwala by two points going into the finale. Both sharpshooters hit 3 points in the last series, but Li's 33 total held strong for gold. 🏆
Meanwhile, the Chinese mainland's Su Lianbofan came close, finishing fifth—just two spots shy of the podium.
For fans across South Asia and Southeast Asia, Li's win is a reminder of how sharp focus and steady nerves can secure victory on the world stage. Stay tuned for more shooting action this season! ✨
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China's Li Yuehong defends rapid‑fire pistol title at ISSF World Cup
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