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India secured a memorable gold-and-silver finish in shooting at the 2026 Asian Para Games as Mona Agarwal defeated fellow Indian shooter Avani Lekhara in a thrilling women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 final. The gold medal was decided by just 0.4 points, keeping the competition exciting until the final shots.
Mona won the gold medal with 250.0 points, while Avani claimed silver with 249.6 points. South Korea’s Lee Yunri finished third with 227.9 points to secure the bronze medal.
The result highlighted the outstanding performances of both Indian shooters and gave India a memorable achievement in para shooting.
Mona Agarwal Wins Gold in Women’s 10m Air Rifle SH1 Final
Mona Agarwal delivered a composed performance under pressure to finish at the top of the women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 final. She scored 250.0 points to secure the gold medal after a closely fought contest against Avani Lekhara.
Avani also produced an impressive performance and remained in contention for the top position throughout much of the final. However, Mona managed to finish ahead by the narrowest of margins.
The Indian shooters secured the first two positions, ensuring that India won both gold and silver medals in the event.
Avani Lekhara Starts Strong and Takes an Early Lead
Avani Lekhara made a strong start to the final and established an early advantage. She scored 53.2 points in the opening series before increasing her total to 104.8 points after the second series.
Mona Agarwal remained close behind with 102.9 points. Although Avani held the lead in the early stages, Mona continued to put pressure on her teammate.
The small difference between their scores made the gold medal contest increasingly exciting as the final progressed.
Mona Agarwal Overtakes Avani in a Thrilling Gold Medal Battle
The competition became more intense during Stage 2, with both Indian shooters fighting for the top position.
After the first series of this stage, Avani had 126.4 points, while Mona had 123.7 points. Avani then increased her score to 146.8 points, with Mona following at 144.7 points.
However, Mona continued to close the gap through consistent shooting. At one crucial stage, she moved ahead with 187.1 points, narrowly surpassing Avani’s 186.9 points.
This change in the standings made the contest even more competitive, with both shooters still in the race for gold.
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Final Score: Mona Agarwal Beats Avani by Just 0.4 Points
The battle for the gold medal remained close until the final stages. Mona maintained her composure and finished with 250.0 points to claim the top position.
Avani finished with 249.6 points and had to settle for silver despite her strong performance. The difference of only 0.4 points made the final a particularly close contest.
South Korea’s Lee Yunri secured the bronze medal with 227.9 points, completing the podium.
Asian Para Games 2026 Shooting Results: Gold, Silver and Bronze
The women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 final ended with the following medal standings:
| Position | Shooter | Country | Score | Medal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Mona Agarwal | India | 250.0 | Gold |
| 2nd | Avani Lekhara | India | 249.6 | Silver |
| 3rd | Lee Yunri | South Korea | 227.9 | Bronze |
Mona and Avani secured the top two positions for India, while Lee Yunri finished third for South Korea.
India Wins Gold and Silver in Para Shooting
India’s gold-and-silver finish was a major highlight of the women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games.
Mona Agarwal emerged as the gold medal winner, while Avani Lekhara added silver to India’s medal tally. Their performances demonstrated the high level of competition in the final.
With just 0.4 points separating the two Indian shooters, the contest remained intense until the end. Mona ultimately secured the gold medal, giving India both top honours in the event.
