Ilavenil Valarivan Narrowly Misses Gold in 10m Air Rifle Final

In the highly contested 10‑meter air rifle final, Ilavenil Valarivan was on the brink of winning gold for India. She led the early stages of the shoot‑off but was eventually overtaken by Japan’s Hinata Taichi, who posted a final score of 253.0. Valarivan finished with 252.4, earning a silver medal after a tense showdown.

The narrow margin underscored Valarivan’s skill and potential to secure top honors in future events. Her performance, combined with the team’s silver, adds to India’s growing reputation in international shooting competitions.