Arjun Babuta Secures Final Spot in 10m Air Rifle at Paris 2024 Olympics

Indian shooter Arjun Babuta qualifies for the 10m air rifle final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, making the cut with a total score of 630.1 points. The 25-year-old's achievement marks a career turning point and boosts India's medal hopes in shooting.

Indian shooter Arjun Babuta has clinched a place in the 10m air rifle final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, following an impressive seventh-place finish in the qualification round on Sunday. The 25-year-old from Chandigarh delivered consistent scores of 105.7, 104.9, 105.5, 105.4, 104.0, and 104.6, culminating in a total score of 630.1.

Babuta will now vie for Olympic glory in the eight-shooter final on Monday. This achievement comes on the heels of a narrow miss in the mixed team event with partner Ramita Jindal, where they finished sixth in the qualification round, just short of a final berth.

Marking a turning point in his career, Babuta's progress to the final not only boosts India's medal prospects but also inspires aspiring shooters nationwide. Meanwhile, Army marksman Sandeep Singh finished 12th with a score of 629.3, concluding his Olympic campaign. Babuta's performance will be keenly watched by Indian sports fans as he strives for a podium finish.

(With inputs from agencies.)