Doha, Qatar | November 4, 2026: Indian Army shooter Subedar Ravinder Singh of the prestigious Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU) has brought glory to the nation by winning a team gold medal and an individual silver medal in the men’s 50m Free Pistol event at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship 2026 in Doha, Qatar.
The remarkable achievement came on November 3, 2026, as Ravinder Singh delivered an outstanding performance against some of the world’s leading shooters, showcasing his precision, discipline and competitive excellence on the international stage.
Subedar Ravinder Singh joined forces with fellow Indian shooters Saurabh Chaudhary and Amanpreet Singh to secure the gold medal in the men’s 50m pistol team competition. The Indian trio registered a combined score of 1,659 points with 24 inner tens, finishing ahead of China, which secured silver with 1,648 points, while South Korea claimed bronze with 1,643 points.
Ravinder Singh emerged as India’s highest scorer with 559 points, including 11 inner tens. Saurabh Chaudhary contributed 551 points, while Amanpreet Singh added 549 points to complete India’s gold-medal-winning performance.
In the individual men’s 50m Free Pistol competition, Subedar Ravinder Singh demonstrated exceptional shooting skills to claim the silver medal with a score of 559 points. He finished just two points behind gold medallist Anton Aristarkhov, competing as an Authorised Neutral Athlete, who scored 561 points. Romania’s Luca Joldea secured the bronze medal with 558 points.
Subedar Ravinder Singh represents the Indian Army’s Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU), which plays an important role in nurturing talented military shooters and preparing them for national and international competitions. His double-medal achievement highlights the Indian Army’s commitment to promoting sporting excellence alongside operational preparedness and military professionalism.
The Indian Army congratulated Subedar Ravinder Singh on his outstanding accomplishment, describing his success as a reflection of the discipline, dedication and determination demonstrated by Army personnel. The achievement further reinforces the contribution of Indian Armed Forces personnel to India’s growing reputation in international shooting competitions.
The ISSF World Championship 2026 is being held in Doha, Qatar, from November 1 to 14, bringing together elite shooting athletes from across the world. Alongside the men’s 50m pistol team gold and Ravinder Singh’s individual silver, India also secured a silver medal in the women’s 10m air rifle team event through Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Shambhavi Kshirsagar.
For Subedar Ravinder Singh, the medals represent a significant achievement in his sporting career and another proud moment for the Indian Army. His success stands as an inspiration for young soldiers and aspiring sportspersons across India, demonstrating how dedication, rigorous training and determination can lead to excellence on the world stage.
