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New Delhi Welcomes Hundreds Of Athletes For Asian Shooting Championship Rifle/Pistol
Dr Karni Singh Shooting Ranges: International Shooting has returned to the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Ranges in Delhi as the Asian Championship Rifle/Pistol competition begins, with the arrival of delegations. This premier continental event for Rifle and Pistol shooters is scheduled over 10 days, starting Wednesday, with the final medals awarded on Friday, February 13, 2026.
A total of 311 athletes from 20 countries, including the host nation India, are competing across junior and senior categories, competing for 30 medal sets. Youth events will also take place alongside the main competition.
The hosts have assembled the largest team with 118 athletes, while Kazakhstan is the second-largest with 35 athletes. Regional powerhouses Korea, Iran, and Japan have also brought strong squads, and shooters from Chinese Taipei, Vietnam, and Hong Kong are anticipated to perform well.
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