Pakistan's first woman shooter, Kishmala Talat, has made the nation proud by clinching a spot at the upcoming Paris Olympics 2024!
This remarkable feat was achieved on Monday, after she secured the silver medal in the 10m Air Pistol contest at the Asian Shooting Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Talat's stellar performance in the final saw her rack up an impressive score of 236.3, securing her not only a podium finish but also the golden ticket to Paris. The top spot on the podium went to India's Esha Singh, who dominated the competition with a score of 243.1. Rounding out the top three was another Indian shooter, Rhythm Sangwan, who clinched the bronze medal with a score of 214.5.
Speaking to the media, Kishmala said this was the most memorable day for her. She added that she was more excited about qualifying for the Olympics than clinching the silver medal. However, she did say that the Asian Championship medal meant a lot to her.
Kishmala Talat, first Pakistani female shooter to
— Pakistan Olympic Association (@NOCPakistan) January 8, 2024
Win Silver Medal (Air Pistol) @ Asian Shooting Championships
Secure direct Olympic Quota for #Paris2024
She holds prestigious IOC Olympic Scholarship for Paris 2024. pic.twitter.com/USWCQogKlP
This isn't the first time Talat has made waves on the international shooting scene. Last year, she bagged a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol event at the Asian Games.
The Pakistan Olympic Association said that Kishmala held the prestigious IOC Olympic Scholarship for Paris 2024.
Recently, the 21-year-old secured the fifth spot in the annual Asian Shooting rankings, released by the Asian Shooting Confederation.
Kishmala is only the third Pakistani shooter to qualify for the Paris Olympics besides Gulfam Joseph and GM Bashir. Moreover, Arshad Nadeem will also be partaking in the Olympics in the athletics category as well as equestrian Usman Khan.
Talat's qualification for the Paris Olympics is a historic moment for Pakistani shooting and a testament to her unwavering passion and hard work. It also marks a significant milestone in the country's sporting landscape, raising hopes for further success in the world's most prestigious athletic event.
News of the day: Kishmala Talat wins silver in a 10m air pistol event and qualifies for the Olympics. pic.twitter.com/4wBpqV0XS8
— AdilZahid (@funnistann) January 8, 2024
News of Talat's achievement has sparked widespread jubilation across Pakistan. Social media platforms are abuzz with congratulatory messages, and fans are eagerly awaiting her performance at the Paris Olympics. With her determination and talent, Kishmala Talat is poised to make Pakistan proud on the world stage come 2024.
