Chinese shooters Wang Zifei and Sheng Lihao delivered a masterclass in precision under pressure at the ISSF Rifle and Pistol Shooting World Cup in Granada, Spain, securing the 10m air rifle mixed team title on April 8, 2026. The reigning world champions overcame a tense final round to claim victory with 504.3 points, edging out Hungary’s Eszter Denes and Istvan Marton Peni by 1.4 points.
After qualifying in second place alongside teammates Zhang Qianying and Ma Sihan, who made their World Cup debuts, Wang and Sheng faced a rocky start in the finals. Trailing by 0.3 points early on, the duo staged a dramatic comeback in the elimination stage. Two-time Olympic champion Sheng Lihao sealed their triumph with a clutch 10.9 shot, showcasing the composure that has made China a powerhouse in competitive shooting.
In the 10m air pistol mixed team event, Chinese pair Yao Qianxun and Hu Kai added to the nation’s medal tally with a silver, scoring 484.8 points. India’s Palak Palak and Mukesh Nelavalli took gold, underscoring Asia’s growing dominance in the sport.
The results reinforce China’s position as a leader in Olympic shooting disciplines ahead of the 2026 competition season, while highlighting emerging talent like Zhang and Ma. With the Paris 2028 Olympics on the horizon, these performances signal intense preparation across Asian teams.
