Esha Singh excels under pressure at Shooting Olympic Trials, secures spot on Paris Games team

Esha Singh’s Bold Move Pays Off in Olympic Selection Trials

In a surprising turn of events at the fourth Olympic selection trials for the women’s 25m pistol competition, Esha Singh made a bold decision that ultimately paid off. Despite shooting with her trusted Pardini pistol throughout the trials, Esha decided to switch to her spare pistol for the final.

While both pistols were similar in brand and weight, Esha knew that the feel of the spare would never quite match that of her original weapon. However, her decision proved to be a wise one when a competitor in the final, Simranpreet Brar, experienced an equipment malfunction without a spare pistol to rely on.

Although Esha finished in fourth place in the final, her decision to step outside her comfort zone was vindicated. Prior to the final, Esha secured her spot on the Olympic team with an impressive performance in the selection trials, outscoring her closest competitor, Rhythm Sangwan.

Esha’s journey to the Olympics has been marked by highs and lows, but she credits her ability to handle pressure to her challenging experiences. With a spot in the 25m pistol event secured, Esha is now focused on the upcoming trials for the women’s 10m air pistol category.

Despite holding a two-point advantage in the 10m air pistol event, Esha remains determined to perform at her best and not let the pressure of the competition affect her. With her sights set on multiple events in Paris, Esha is ready to showcase her skills on the world stage and continue her impressive shooting career.