India enjoyed a memorable outing at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou as Esha Singh clinched the gold medal in the women's 25m pistol event. On the other han, Manu Bhaker added to the country's success by securing the bronze medal.

The double podium finish showed India’s dominance in shooting ahead of major international competitions, including the ISSF World Championships and the Asian Games.

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Esha displayed remarkable composure throughout the final, holding her nerve under immense pressure to emerge on top of a highly competitive field. The victory marked another important milestone in the young shooter's career as she continued her impressive run on the international circuit.

Reflecting on her gold-medal-winning performance, Esha admitted that expectations made the contest even more challenging.

"This match was very pressure-riding for me because of the previous medal I had. The better you get in your event, the more you feel that weight of prestige you have to conquer. I'm happy that I was able to get past it today and grateful that I had the ability to endure it."

The 20-year-old also credited her familiarity with the venue in Hangzhou, where she had previously enjoyed success during the Asian Games.

"I really love competing here in Hangzhou. Recalling how the competition went during the Asian Games, where I won four medals, I was really excited to come back. Being familiar with the range, the lighting, and the atmosphere in the final hall definitely counted in my favour."

Meanwhile, Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker fought back strongly to finish with the bronze medal, adding another podium finish to her decorated career.

While she narrowly missed out on a place in the gold-medal match, Manu emphasized the importance of the result as she continues to prepare for bigger challenges in the coming months.

"This medal is very important because it acts as a stepping stone. It gives me clarity on what is working and the direction I want to head in," Manu stated.

She added that the experience gained from competing in a high-quality field would prove invaluable.

Manu added, "While the medal surely boosts my confidence, the experience I gained from this competitive match will help even more as we look ahead to major assignments like the World Championships and Asian Games."

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India's impressive showing in the women's 25m pistol event further highlights the country's strength in shooting, a discipline that has consistently delivered medals at the highest level.

With Esha Singh claiming gold and Manu Bhaker securing bronze, the Indian contingent once again demonstrated its depth and ability to compete with the world's best.