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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Cernogoraz excited about Shooting League of India
One of the best trap shooters in the world, former World and Olympic champion Giovanni Cernogoraz of Croatia, expressed excitement after enrolling for the Shooting League of India (SLI). The London Olympics champion, who won his World Championship gold in 2023 in Baku, said that he was looking forward to the 'new experience' in the league. 'The format seems a very interesting idea for the future,' said Cernogoraz who had won the World Cup Final medal in Delhi in 2017. 'I only have good memories of India, the food, the weather, the people. Everyone was helpful. The range was beautiful, the organisation was great, and I won a bronze,' recalled Cernogoraz. The Croat was confident that the mix of youth and experienced shooters will make the league come alive. 'Before a competition, I do reflex and stability exercises. I like running. During competition, I eat only carbs and fruits, no meat. This keeps me sharp,' he said about his training regimen.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Olympic champion Giovanni Cernogoraz is all excited for ‘new, interesting, and unique' Shooting League of India
Giovanni Cernogoraz, Olympic gold medallist and world champion from Croatia, has enrolled for the auction of the inaugural edition of the Shooting League of India (SLI), marking what could be his first-ever appearance in a league-style shooting competition. With a decorated career in trap shooting that includes gold medals at the 2012 Olympics and 2023 ISSF World Championships and multiple European Championships medals, Cernogoraz expressed curiosity and enthusiasm for the SLI, calling it a 'very interesting competition.' 'It is a new format, very interesting and unique,' said the shooter. 'Never before have I shot in a league-style format—this would be my first time. It will be a new experience for me, and the format seems a very interesting idea for the future.' The SLI format, described as fast-paced and team-centric—a departure from traditional individual shooting events—presents a fresh twist to the sport. He also elaborated on the impact of this format, describing how it can help junior athletes gain more experience as they get to play alongside some of the best athletes from all across the world as well as India. READ: ISSF World Cup wrap: Strong finish helps India double Munich haul from last year 'This league is important for young shooters, for sponsors, and for the media to make shooting more visible and important. Having youngsters shooting with players like me will provide them great motivation for their future ventures as well.' Giovanni also shared his excitement about playing in India again, having already participated in the 2017 ISSF World Cup final in New Delhi earlier. While talking about the experience of playing in the national capital of India, he lauded the city's hospitality and food. 'I have competed before in New Delhi. The range is beautiful, the organization is great, and I even have a bronze medal from here. I only have good memories of India – the food, the weather, the people. Everyone is helpful.' With global stars and Indian talent mixing teams, the cross-generational, cross-cultural format is another aspect the champion is looking forward to. Despite the continuous nature of league matches, the Olympic gold medallist is not fazed by the format. 'It is always a pleasure to shoot with athletes from around the world—it brings good energy and connection,' he said.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Olympic Champion Giovanni Cernogoraz excited for
New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Ahead of the inaugural edition of the Shooting League of India (SLI) in New Delhi, excitement surrounding the tournament has begun to build. The league aims to make the sport of shooting more prominent among the masses, while also focusing on providing more exposure to the athletes, with many national and international stars taking part in the competition. Olympic gold medallist and world champion from Croatia, Giovanni Cernogoraz, has enrolled for the auction of the inaugural edition of the Shooting League of India (SLI), marking what could be his first-ever appearance in a league-style shooting competition. With a decorated career in trap shooting that includes gold medals at the 2012 Olympics and 2023 ISSF World Championships, and multiple European Championships medals, Cernogoraz expressed curiosity and enthusiasm for the SLI, calling it a 'very interesting competition.' 'It is a new format, very interesting and unique,' said the shooter as quoted by an SLI press release, who confirmed it will be his first experience in a fast-paced, team-based league environment. 'Never before have I shot in a league-style format - this would be my first time. It will be a new experience for me, and the format seems a very interesting idea for the future,' he added. The SLI format, described as fast-paced and team-centric - a departure from traditional individual shooting events - presents a fresh twist to the sport. He also elaborated on the impact of this format, describing how it can help junior athletes gain more experience as they get to play alongside some of the best athletes from all across the world as well as India. 'This league is important for young shooters, for sponsors, and for the media to make shooting more visible and important. Having youngsters shooting with players like me will provide them great motivation for their future ventures as well,' said the Olympic star. Giovanni also shared his excitement about playing in India again, having already participated in the 2017 ISSF World Cup final in New Delhi earlier. While talking about the experience of playing in the national capital of India, he lauded the city's hospitality and food. 'I have competed before in New Delhi. The range is beautiful, the organisation is great, and I even have a bronze medal from here. I only have good memories of India - the food, the weather, the people. Everyone is helpful.' With global stars and Indian talent mixing teams, the cross-generational, cross-cultural format is another aspect the champion is looking forward to. Despite the continuous nature of league matches, the Olympic gold medallist is not fazed by the format. 'It is always a pleasure to shoot with athletes from around the world - it brings good energy and connection' he said. 'I have a routine - before the competition, I do reflex and stability exercises. I like running. During matches, I work with a tennis ball for reflexes, and I eat only carbs and fruits - no meat during competitions. This keeps me sharp,' he added while describing his diet and fitness routine, which will also help him in catering to the fast-paced nature of the league. Giovanni signed off by delivering a special message for the young Indian athletes, encouraging them to keep working hard in the sport and said, 'Shooting is a beautiful sport. It is not very popular, but it gives you a great experience. It is a hard sport - you need a lot of concentration, but it is worth it.' (ANI)
News18
2 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Shooting League India Important For Young Shooters: Olympic Champion Giovanni Cernogoraz
Last Updated: The inaugural Shooting League of India in Delhi aims to elevate shooting sports, featuring stars like Olympic medallist Cernogoraz, and offers new experiences for athletes. With the inaugural edition of the Shooting League of India (SLI) set to take place in Delhi, anticipation for the tournament is mounting. The league aims to elevate the sport of shooting among the masses while providing greater exposure to the athletes, with numerous national and international stars participating. Olympic gold medallist and world champion from Croatia, Giovanni Cernogoraz, has registered for the auction of the inaugural SLI edition, potentially marking his first appearance in a league-style shooting competition. Cernogoraz, who boasts a distinguished career in trap shooting with gold medals from the 2012 Olympics and 2023 ISSF World Championships, as well as multiple European Championship medals, has expressed his curiosity and enthusiasm for the SLI, describing it as a 'very interesting competition". 'It is a new format, very interesting and unique," stated the shooter, confirming that it will be his first experience in a fast-paced, team-based league environment. 'Never before have I shot in a league-style format – this will be my first time. It will be a new experience for me, and the format seems a very interesting idea for the future." The SLI format, which is fast-paced and team-centric – a significant departure from traditional individual shooting events – introduces a fresh twist to the sport. Cernogoraz elaborated on the impact of this format, highlighting how it can help junior athletes gain experience by competing alongside top athletes from around the world and India. 'This league is important for young shooters, for sponsors, and for the media to make shooting more visible and important. Having youngsters shooting with players like me will provide them with great motivation for their future ventures as well." Giovanni also expressed her excitement about competing in India again, having previously participated in the 2017 ISSF World Cup final in New Delhi. Reflecting on his experience in India's capital, he praised the city's hospitality and food. 'I have competed before in New Delhi. The range is beautiful, the organisation is great, and I even have a bronze medal from here. I only have good memories of India – the food, the weather, the people. Everyone is helpful." The champion is also looking forward to the cross-generational, cross-cultural format, with global stars and Indian talent forming mixed teams. Despite the continuous nature of league matches, the Olympic gold medallist remains unfazed by the format. 'It is always a pleasure to shoot with athletes from around the world – it brings good energy and connection," he said. 'I have a routine – before the competition, I do reflex and stability exercises. I like running. During matches, I work with a tennis ball for reflexes, and I eat only carbs and fruits – no meat during competitions. This keeps me sharp," he added while describing her diet and fitness routine, which will also help her adapt to the fast-paced nature of the league. He concluded with a special message for young Indian athletes, encouraging them to persevere in the sport: 'Shooting is a beautiful sport. It is not very popular, but it gives you a great experience. It is a hard sport – you need a lot of concentration, but it is worth it." With IANS Inputs First Published: June 19, 2025, 13:25 IST
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian contingent shines bright in Munich, returns home with two gold and two bronze
New Delhi [India] June 17 (ANI): The Indian pistol and rifle shooters showcased exceptional performances at the recently concluded ISSF World Cup 2025 in Munich, securing four medals, including two gold and two bronze, according to a release from SLI. This stellar achievement propelled India to an impressive third-place finish in the overall points table, trailing only the People's Republic of China and Norway. India's medal quest began with two-time Olympian Elavenil Valarivan, who clinched a bronze in the women's 10m air rifle category. The 25-year-old demonstrated remarkable skill, registering a score of 231.2 in the final. Earlier in the qualification round, Valarivan set a new national record with an outstanding score of 635.9. Adding to India's bronze medal tally was Sift Kaur Samra in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event. The 23-year-old, who holds the current world record in this discipline (recorded during the 2022 Asian Games with a score of 469.6), secured her podium finish with a final score of 453.1. This win follows her gold medal triumph in the same category at the 2025 ISSF World Cup Buenos Aires earlier this year. The first gold medal for India at the tournament was secured by the young prodigy Suruchi Singh in the women's 10m air pistol event. The 19-year-old displayed nerves of steel, recording a total score of 241.9 in the final to claim the top spot on the podium. This marks Suruchi's third consecutive gold medal at an ISSF World Cup this year, having previously won gold in both the Buenos Aires and Lima legs of the tournament, cementing her dominance. 'It feels surreal to win my third consecutive ISSF World Cup gold,' said Suruchi Singh. 'The competition here in Munich was intense, but I focused on my technique and stayed calm. I am incredibly grateful for the support from my coaches and the entire team. I am looking forward to winning more such medals and making my country and countrymen proud,' she added. India's gold medal count was further boosted by the formidable duo of Arjun Singh Babuta and Arya Borse in the 10m air rifle mixed team event. They delivered a commanding performance in the final, defeating China's duo of Wang Zifei and Sheng Lihao with a decisive score of 17-7. Earlier, the Indian pair showcased their prowess by scoring 635.2 in the qualification round, against the Chinese team's 635.9, which is also the new qualification world record. President of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, expressed pride in the exceptional achievements of the Indian athletes and extended his best wishes, while also promising them further support from NRAI. 'We are incredibly proud of our shooters' remarkable achievements at the ISSF World Cup in Munich. Their dedication, hard work, and consistent performances continue to bring laurels to the nation. We remain committed to supporting our athletes as they strive for even greater heights,' Singh said. Expressing his excitement to watch the athletes in the first-ever Shooting League of India, he added, 'With our shooters making the nation proud around the world, we are even more excited to watch them in action when the inaugural edition of the Shooting League of India kicks off later this year, as they will get the chance to perform on their home soil, along with many global stars.' A 36-member Indian contingent took part in the third ISSF World Cup of the year in Munich. India had previously won eight medals--four gold, two silver, and two bronze--in the Buenos Aires edition and seven medals--two gold, four silver, and a bronze--in the Lima leg. The next leg of the 2025 ISSF World Cup will take place in Ningbo, China, in September. (ANI)
