Neeru Dhanda scripts history with India’s first individual gold in Asian Games 2026

Neeru Dhanda won the gold medal in the women's trap individual event at the 2026 Asian Games, securing India's first-ever individual gold in the discipline. The 26-year-old shooter achieved the victory with a record-breaking score of 28/30, maintaining composure throughout the final round after a flawless start where she hit her first five shots.

Her achievement follows a background of persistence, having transitioned from practicing with tin cans and borrowed equipment to becoming an international champion. Dhanda’s career path was influenced by her cousin, Lakshay Sheoran, a previous Asian Games silver medalist, whose success served as a source of inspiration for her own breakthrough in the sport.