India's Swapnil Kusale qualified for the Men's 50m Air Rifle 3 Position final at the Paris Olympics 2024. The talented shooter secured his spot by finishing seventh in the qualification round. However, there was disappointment for his compatriot Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar. Despite a strong start, Tomar faltered in the final standing position, ultimately finishing in 11th place and missing out on a place in the final. Only the top eight shooters advanced to the next stage of the competition.
Swapnil Kusale storms into Men's 50m Air Rifle 3 Position final
Swapnil Kusale displayed remarkable consistency during the kneeling stage of the qualification round. He scored an impressive 99 points in both series, demonstrating precision and control. His accuracy was further highlighted by hitting the inner 10 rings on 13 occasions. This stellar performance propelled him to sixth place after the completion of the kneeling stage. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar also showcased his talent, securing 98 points in the first series and 99 in the second. He too managed to hit the inner 10 rings 13 times. However, his overall score placed him in ninth position after the kneeling stage.
A dramatic shift in fortunes unfolded during the Prone position round. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, the Hangzhou Asian Games gold medalist, showcased exceptional skill by securing a perfect 10 in the first series. This outstanding performance propelled him from ninth to sixth place overall.
Swapnil Kusale, on the other hand, faced a setback during the Prone position round. He dropped two positions to tenth place. Despite hitting 13 inner 10 rings, his overall score of 197 points (98 and 99) was not enough to maintain his earlier position. Aishwary's consistent performance throughout the round, including a perfect score and 12 inner 10 rings, proved crucial in securing his place among the top eight qualifiers.
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar crashes out
Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, the world number 22, unfortunately, struggled in the final Standing position stage. Despite a promising start with 99 points in the second series, he faltered in the first series, recording four nine-pointers. This inconsistency prevented him from securing a place in the top eight, ultimately eliminating him from the competition. In contrast, Swapnil Kusale displayed remarkable composure and consistency during the Standing position stage. He managed to accumulate 197 points with scores of 98 and 97, while also hitting 12 inner 10 rings. This steady performance ensured his place in the final.
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