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Exclusive | 'Many Indian shooters were not mentally strong as their opponents at Paris Olympics': Ex-India shooter


Published on 2025-03-18 04:05:21 - Firstpost
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  • India won three bronze medals in shotting at Paris Olympics 2024 but it had also sent its largest-ever contingent of 21 shooters. In this exclusive interview with Firstpost, former India shooter Shimon Sharif talks about the various areas that need to priortised in Indian shooting including mental health.

The article from Firstpost discusses the state of Indian shooting sports as the country gears up for the Paris Olympics in 2024. It highlights the performance of Indian shooters in recent international events, noting both successes and areas needing improvement. Key points include the achievements of shooters like Manu Bhaker, who has shown promise but also inconsistency, and the emergence of new talents like Shimon Sharif. The article reviews the overall progress of the Indian shooting contingent, mentioning the need for better mental conditioning and consistency under pressure. It also touches upon the infrastructure and support system improvements, the role of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), and the expectations for the upcoming Olympics, where India hopes to secure more medals in shooting events. The future prospects are cautiously optimistic, with an emphasis on nurturing young talent and enhancing training methodologies.

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[ https://www.firstpost.com/sports/shooting-sport-india-paris-olympics-2024-review-future-prospects-manu-bhaker-shimon-sharif-13872363.html ]
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