Chinese shooter Li Yuehong cemented his dominance in precision sports by successfully defending his men's 25-meter rapid-fire pistol title at the ISSF World Cup in Doha this week. The 36-year-old Olympic champion led China's medal haul of one gold, one silver, and one bronze at the season's final international shooting event.
Facing a revamped competition format that expanded finals participation to eight athletes, Li leveraged veteran composure to overcome younger rivals. After establishing a two-point lead in early rounds, he held firm against India's Anish Bhanwala in Sunday's decisive match, securing victory with 33 points to his opponent's 30.
"This win proves our training adaptations work," Li stated post-event, referencing adjustments made since his 2024 Paris Olympics triumph. Fellow Chinese athlete Su Lianbofan placed fifth in the high-stakes competition.
The Doha results reinforce China's strong position in shooting sports as athletes prepare for 2025's World Championships in Cairo. With three medals across disciplines, the performance signals continued competitiveness in precision events ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic cycle.
