In a surprising turn of events at the Senior Nationals in Ayodhya, Mrinal Chauhan from Jharkhand stunned India’s top-ranked archer, Dhiraj Bommadevara, in a shoot-off, securing a spot in the men’s recurve final. Chauhan’s perfect shot in the shoot-off broke the tie and edged out the world No. 15 Dhiraj. The men’s recurve final will feature Tushar Shelke of All India Police Sports Control Board against Chauhan. In other results, Sangeeta and Ridhi Phor from Haryana set up a gold medal clash in the women’s recurve section, while Amisha Chaurasiya clinched the bronze. Uttar Pradesh and AIPSCB secured top honors in the men’s and women’s team events, respectively.
Mrinal Chauhan Upsets India No. 1 Dhiraj, Advances to Men’s Recurve Final at Senior Nationals
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