Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar Clinches Silver at ISSF World Championships — India’s Rising Star Shines Again on the Global Stage | Cairo | November 11, 2025
India’s shooting prodigy Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar once again showcased his extraordinary skill and composure, clinching the silver medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3-positions event at the ISSF World Championships 2025 in Cairo, Egypt, on Sunday.
With this performance, the 24-year-old marksman from Madhya Pradesh not only strengthened India’s presence in the global shooting arena but also reaffirmed his growing reputation as one of the most consistent rifle shooters in the world.
🎯 A Masterclass in Precision – Aishwary Pratap Singh
Competing against the best in the world, Aishwary displayed remarkable form throughout the championship. In the qualification round, he equalled the world record score of 597 (40x), establishing himself as one of the top contenders heading into the final.
The final saw a tense battle between Aishwary and Yukun Liu of China, with both shooters neck and neck through most of the rounds. In the end, Liu edged out the Indian by just 0.3 points, finishing with 467.2, while Aishwary closed with 466.9, securing the silver medal.
Norway’s Jon-Hermann Hegg, another decorated marksman, finished third with 451.5.
Despite the razor-thin margin, Aishwary’s precision, discipline, and mental toughness stood out as he calmly executed each shot under immense pressure — qualities that have come to define his career in recent years.
🇮🇳 India’s Medal Momentum in Shooting – Aishwary Pratap Singh
Aishwary’s silver came as part of a brilliant campaign for the Indian contingent at the ISSF World Championships, where the nation continued its steady rise in shooting sports.
Earlier, Esha Singh and Samrat Rana bagged silver in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event, taking India’s overall tally higher in one of its strongest disciplines.
India’s shooters have been consistently among the top-performing nations in ISSF events, with Aishwary Tomar, Rudrankksh Patil, and Mehuli Ghosh emerging as the new faces of India’s shooting revolution.
This consistent performance underlines the effectiveness of India’s grassroots training and the strategic investments made by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) in youth and high-performance programs.
🏅 The Journey of a Champion -Aishwary Pratap Singh
Born in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar began his shooting journey at a local range inspired by Olympic heroes Abhinav Bindra and Gagan Narang.
Under the mentorship of coach Suma Shirur, Aishwary’s rise has been meteoric. His breakthrough came at the ISSF World Cup 2019, where he won his first international medal, followed by gold at the 2021 ISSF World Cup in New Delhi.
Since then, he has maintained top rankings, earning quota places for India in successive global tournaments and consistently finishing in the top tier in 3P events — one of the most technically demanding formats in shooting.
His hallmark is his balance — steady as stone in prone position, fluid in standing, and unflinching in kneeling — a complete athlete whose mental discipline often separates him from competitors.
🗣️ Voices from the Camp – Aishwary Pratap Singh
After the final, Aishwary expressed satisfaction with his performance but vowed to aim for gold in the upcoming season:
“Every shot teaches you something. I’m proud of the consistency I showed, but I know I can do better. This silver is motivation for what’s next — not just for me, but for India.”
National coach Joydeep Karmakar praised his athlete’s resilience:
“Aishwary is a rare combination of calm and courage. His performance here proves that Indian shooting is entering a golden era.”
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and NRAI also congratulated the young shooter, noting that his medal continues India’s streak of podium finishes at global events leading up to the next Olympics.
🌍 Looking Ahead
With this silver, Aishwary now looks ahead to the Asian Shooting Championships and the Olympic Qualifiers, where he will aim to convert silver into gold. His growing experience, technical refinement, and unwavering temperament make him one of India’s brightest prospects for Paris 2028.
For Indian sports fans, Aishwary’s medal is more than just an individual achievement — it’s a symbol of how far the nation’s shooters have come, and how close they are to becoming the world’s best.
As the sun set over Cairo, Aishwary stood on the podium — calm, composed, and humble. The Indian flag waved proudly behind him, a reminder that in every shot fired and every medal won, there is a story of persistence, patience, and passion that continues to define India’s shooting future.
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