China's shooting team delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Shooting Championships in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, securing multiple podium finishes and showcasing precision under pressure.
Jiang Yiting, Che Yufei, and Gao Jinmei clinched the women's skeet team title with 342 points, outperforming Kazakhstan's silver-medal squad and India's bronze-winning team. The victory highlights China's growing dominance in competitive shooting sports across Asia.
In a dramatic individual skeet final, Jiang Yiting claimed gold after overtaking teammate Che Yuferi in the final rounds. Che, who led by one point after 50 shots, missed two targets in her last 10 attempts, while Jiang achieved a flawless finish. Kazakhstan's Anastassiya Molchanova secured bronze.
China's success extended to the mixed 10-meter air pistol event, where Ma Qianke and Zhang Yifan staged a thrilling comeback against the ROK's Yoo Hyun-young and Lee Won-ho. Trailing 12-8, the Chinese duo scored six consecutive points to win 16-12, demonstrating strategic adaptability in high-stakes competition.
The championships underscore Asia's rising prominence in global shooting sports, with athletes from 22 countries and regions competing. Analysts note these results may influence betting odds for upcoming Olympic qualifiers.
