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Asian Para Games: Mona, Avani Dominate 10m Air Rifle as India Wins First Gold Medal
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What Happened?
Mona Agarwal won gold in the women's 10m air rifle SH1 event at the Asian Para Games 2026, defeating defending champion Avani Lekhara. Both shooters secured medals for India on October 19.
Key points
- Mona Agarwal set an Asian Para Games record with 250 points.
- Avani Lekhara won silver with a score of 249.6 points.
- The competition was closely contested, with a margin of just 0.4 points.
- Both shooters achieved medals on the first day of the event.
- Mona began competitive shooting in December 2021 and has quickly risen in the sport.
- She previously won a bronze medal at the 2023 World Shooting Para Sport World Cup.
Key insights
- Mona's gold medal could inspire more participation in para-sports in India.
- Avani's performance under pressure demonstrates the competitive spirit of Indian athletes.
- This success may boost India's overall medal tally in the ongoing Asian Para Games.
Why it matters
Mona's victory marks a significant achievement for India in para-sports.
Entities
Mona Agarwal· PersonAvani Lekhara· PersonAsian Para Games· EventIndia· Country
Source
India Today
