Munich, Germany – Olympic champion Sheng Lihao of China claimed a bronze medal in the men's 10m air rifle at the ISSF World Cup, marking his second podium finish of the 2025 season.
Strong Qualification
Sheng dominated the qualification round with a score of 635.3 points, securing the top spot and momentum heading into the final.
Thrilling Final
In a tense showdown, Russian shooter Ilia Marsov surged ahead with an impressive 106.9 points after 10 shots. Norway's Jon-Hermann Hegg then overtook the Chinese mainland's top qualifier during the elimination stage. Despite Sheng's push to rally, he finished with 230.2 points, just 0.9 behind Hegg.
Podium and Standings
- Gold: Ilia Marsov (Russia) – 252.3 points
- Silver: Jon-Hermann Hegg (Norway) – 252.0 points
- Bronze: Sheng Lihao (China) – 230.2 points
Women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions
Norwegian rifle star Jeanette Hegg Duestad dominated and secured gold with 466.9 points. Switzerland's Emely Jaeggi took silver (464.8), while India's Sift Kaur Samra claimed bronze (453.1). China's Miao Wanru finished in fifth place.
Medal Table Highlights
The Chinese mainland leads the standings with three golds and one bronze, followed by Norway with two golds and one silver.
Coming Up
The action continues Friday with the women's 10m air pistol and men's 25m rapid fire pistol events, promising more drama and rising stars.
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Sheng Lihao earns men's 10m air rifle bronze at World Cup in Munich
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