Olympian Gurpreet Singh won a silver medal in the men’s 25-metre Centre Fire Pistol event at the ISSF World Championships held in Cairo, Egypt. Scoring a total of 584-18x over two days, he narrowly lost the gold to Ukraine’s Pavlo Korostylov on the basis of inner 10s after tying in overall points.
Gurpreet’s remarkable comeback from ninth place after the precision stage to an outstanding rapid-fire performance secured him the podium finish. This marks his second individual World Championship silver, with his first earned in 2018. India ended the championship campaign in third position with 13 medals overall, behind China and South Korea.
Background and Competition Details
The ISSF World Championships is one of the highest honours in the shooting sports calendar, drawing top talent from across the globe. In the men’s 25m Centre Fire Pistol event, competitors fire precision shots on the first day, followed by rapid-fire series on the second.
Gurpreet Singh scored 288-8x in the precision stage, placing ninth, before producing a brilliant 296-10x in the rapid-fire stage, comprising near-perfect series of 98, 99, and 99 points. Ukraine’s Pavlo Korostylov led after precision with 291-14x and matched Gurpreet’s total but claimed gold by having a higher count of inner 10s, including a perfect 100 final series.
India’s Medal Tally and Official Reactions
India concluded its campaign with an impressive haul of 13 medals: three gold, six silver, and four bronze. Gold medals came from Samrat Rana (10m Air Pistol), Ravinder Singh (50m Standard Pistol), and the 10m Men’s Air Pistol Team.
Silver medals included Gurpreet Singh, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Anish Bhanwala, and others across pistol and rifle categories. Officials praised Gurpreet’s resilience and skill under pressure, highlighting the growth and competitiveness of the Indian shooting contingent.
India’s third-place finish, trailing only shooting powerhouses China and South Korea, underscores its rising stature in the sport.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
Gurpreet Singh’s hard-earned silver showcases dedication and excellence on the world stage, inspiring athletes and sports enthusiasts across India. The Logical Indian applauds such achievements that foster national pride and highlight the importance of investing in sporting infrastructure and athlete support.
Beyond medals, sporting successes cultivate values of discipline, unity, and perseverance. This achievement invites reflection on how India can further enhance its sports ecosystem to nurture talents and promote global sporting distinction.
News In Q&A
1. Who won medals for India at the ISSF World Championships 2025 and how did Gurpreet Singh perform?
Gurpreet Singh won silver in the men’s 25m Centre Fire Pistol event with a total score of 584-18x. India won 13 medals overall — three golds, six silvers, and four bronzes, finishing third behind China and South Korea. Gurpreet’s rapid-fire comeback from ninth place in precision shooting helped secure his podium finish.
2. What were the scores and how was the winner decided in the men’s 25m Centre Fire Pistol event?
Gurpreet scored 288-8x in precision and 296-10x in rapid fire. Ukraine’s Pavlo Korostylov scored 291-14x precision, 293-15x rapid, tying Gurpreet’s total but winning gold due to having more inner 10s (29 to Gurpreet’s 18), which serve as the tiebreaker. Korostylov also scored a perfect final rapid-fire round of 100 points.
3. When and where did this competition occur?
The ISSF World Championships took place in November 2025 at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt.
4. How significant is this medal for Gurpreet Singh and India’s shooting team?
This is Gurpreet’s second individual World Championship silver, first being in 2018, highlighting his consistent high-level performance. India’s third-place finish with 13 medals signals strong progress and rising stature in shooting sports on the global stage.
5. What have officials or experts said about India’s performance and Gurpreet’s achievement?
Team officials praised Gurpreet’s grit and skill, particularly his ability to significantly improve in the rapid-fire stage to overturn a low precision score. Leaders hailed India’s robust medal haul as evidence of the country’s growing competitiveness and the success of ongoing investments in sports infrastructure and athlete support.
