Nineteen-year-old Chinese shooter Bu Shuaihang made history on April 9, 2026, securing his first senior ISSF World Cup gold medal in a thrilling men’s 10-meter air pistol final in Granada, Spain. The rising star outperformed 2024 Paris Olympics champion Xie Yu and global competitors in a high-stakes showdown, marking China’s second gold at this year’s World Cup.
Bu demonstrated remarkable composure under pressure, building an early lead with nine consecutive 10-ring shots. Despite a fierce challenge from Russia’s Anton Aristarkhov, who narrowed the gap to 0.1 points in the final rounds, Bu sealed victory with a decisive 10.1 on his last shot, finishing with 244.5 points. Türkiye’s Buğra Selimzade claimed bronze.
The win highlights China’s continued dominance in precision sports and introduces Bu as a key contender for future international competitions. Academics and sports analysts are already speculating about his potential role in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
