India’s Stellar Display at Shanghai Stage 2
India Clinches Seven Medals at Archery World Cup 2025: A Remarkable Showcase in Shanghai: India delivered a commanding performance at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 held in Shanghai in May 2025, securing a total of seven medals—2 gold, 1 silver, and 4 bronze. The event became a turning point in India’s archery journey, signaling serious preparation for the Paris Olympics and establishing its credibility on the world stage. The medal tally underscores the consistency and skill of Indian archers across various categories.
Deepika’s Return to Glory and Parth’s Emergence
Veteran archer Deepika Kumari marked a strong comeback by bagging bronze in the Women’s Recurve Individual, defeating top Korean archer Kang Chae-young and adding her 18th World Cup medal. Parth Salunkhe, a promising newcomer, made a strong impression by winning his first senior international medal in the Men’s Recurve category, edging out France’s Baptiste Addis with a 6–4 victory. These achievements reflect the perfect mix of seasoned expertise and fresh talent within India’s archery team.
Compound Archers Lead Medal Surge
India’s dominance was especially evident in compound events. Madhura Dhamangaonkar claimed gold in the Women’s Compound Individual category by edging past Carson Krahe of the United States in a close 139–138 match. The Men’s Compound Team, consisting of Abhishek Verma, Rishabh Yadav, and Ojas Deotale, added another gold, displaying excellent coordination and precision.
Silver and Bronze Cement India’s Position
The Women’s Compound Team, comprising Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Madhura Dhamangaonkar, and Chikitha Taniparthi, claimed the silver medal, while the Mixed Compound duo of Abhishek Verma and Madhura added a bronze to India’s tally.Additionally, Rishabh Yadav picked up another bronze medal after a gripping shoot-off against Kim Jongho of South Korea. These results affirm India’s growing bench strength and tactical maturity.
Looking Ahead to Olympic and Asian Challenges
India’s success in Shanghai is more than a medal count—it represents progress in athlete grooming and international readiness. With experienced athletes like Deepika Kumari and promising new entrants like Parth Salunkhe, the nation’s archery future looks promising. These achievements also reinforce India’s efforts to develop equal opportunities in sports for both men and women.
STATIC GK SNAPSHOT
| Topic | Details |
| Total Medals | 7 (2 Gold, 1 Silver, 4 Bronze) |
| Notable Athletes | Deepika Kumari, Parth Salunkhe, Madhura Dhamangaonkar |
| Recurve Achievements | Deepika – 18th World Cup Medal, Parth – First Senior Medal |
| Compound Gold Wins | Women’s Individual – Madhura; Men’s Team – Verma, Yadav, Ojas |
| Key Events Ahead | Paris Olympics 2024, Asian Archery Championships |
| World Archery Federation HQ | Lausanne, Switzerland |
