Neeru Dhanda ran a blistering 28‑point finish, outshooting Sun Yunong by two marks to take India’s first individual gold at the Games.
She entered the final after topping qualification with 118 hits out of 125, a flawless performance that set the tone for the six‑shooter showdown.
The turning point came in the last three shots – a crisp 9‑shot burst that left the Chinese mark at 26 and sealed the record.
Army Marksmanship Unit coach Peter Wilson praised her composure, noting that the pressure of a record‑shattering final never rattled her nerves.
With this victory, India now boasts five gold medals and 47 overall, marking a historic moment for Indian shooting as Dhanda becomes the first Indian woman to win an individual gold at an ISSF World Cup and a continental championship.
Next up: the Indian squad will focus on the upcoming ISSF World Cup where Dhanda aims to defend her title and push the sport’s profile even higher.