Ashi Chouksey sets new national record in 50m rifle shooting
What's the story
Ashi Chouksey, a celebrated shooter from Madhya Pradesh, has set a new national record in the women's 50m rifle three positions event at the 38th National Games.
The games are currently underway in Dehradun.
This follows her impressive performance at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games, where she won silver and bronze medals.
Here's more.
Record details
Chouksey's record-breaking performance at National Games
Chouksey, who is just 22, shot an impressive 598 in women's 50m rifle three positions.
The score surpassed the previous national record of 594 set by Sift Kaur Samra in 2023.
Her stellar performance not only bagged her a gold medal but also cemented her place as one of India's top rifle shooters.
Additionally, she showcased impressive precision and consistency across all three positions, kneeling, prone, and standing.
Victory speech
Chouksey credits support system for her victory
After her record-breaking victory, Chouksey thanked everyone who has supported her journey.
"I worked very hard for this, and I believe the credit goes to everyone who has supported me including my coach, sponsors, family, and friends," she said while speaking to NDTV after her win.
She further added, "Each one of them has played a role in my victory today. This is a moment of pride for me, especially because there was no one from my sport before."
Career highlights
Chouksey's journey to becoming a top rifle shooter
Chouksey's journey in the sport is particularly noteworthy as she had no predecessors in her field. Yet, she has managed to achieve significant milestones.
Her record-breaking feat at the National Games further cements her position among the country's elite rifle shooters.
As mentioned, this accomplishment follows her successful run at the Hangzhou Asian Games, where she secured a silver in the 10m air rifle team event and bronze in the 50m rifle three positions.
Achievements
A look the shooter's impressive achievements
In 2022, Chouksey claimed gold in the mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup in Baku and bronze in the team event at Changwon.
As mentioned, at the 2022 Asian Games, she secured two silvers — one in the 10m air rifle team event and a bronze in the 50m rifle three positions.
She also bagged gold in the 50m rifle three positions team event at the 2023 Changwon Asian Championships.