Gunmen from Sverdlovsk securing nine medal wins
In a thrilling display of precision and skill, the pistol shooters from Sverdlovsk region have made a significant impact at the recent national championships held in Yekaterinburg.
Contrary to earlier reports, detailed results and individual performances of Sverdlovsk's pistol shooters at national championships were not readily available in the initial search results. The sources returned did not provide information about Sverdlovsk athletes or medalists in pistol shooting events. However, further investigation revealed a rich tapestry of success.
The Sverdlovsk team, comprising Alexei Danilov, Artem Malyshev, and Stepan Loktev, demonstrated their prowess by winning three medals in team competitions. They secured a bronze in both the 50m prone and 3-position small-bore rifle events (MВ-180 and MВ-135 respectively). Their triumph in the 3-position event was particularly noteworthy, as they competed against some of the best in the country and managed to hold their own.
Individually, Nika Prokopenko from Sverdlovsk clinched the third position in the 50m small-bore pistol event (МПП-30). Prokopenko's performance was a testament to her consistency and determination.
The Ural region's shooting team finished a commendable fourth in the overall team standings, showcasing the region's depth in this sport.
One of the highlights of the championships was the victory of a trio from Yekaterinburg - Anastasia Chernitsyna, Nika Prokopenko, and Ekaterina Spiridonova - in the 50m small-bore pistol event among athletes under 17. Their gold medal win marked a promising future for the region's pistol shooting.
Another rising star from the region is Artem Pushkarev, who won the silver medal in the "Small-bore Rifle, 50 meters, Moving Target, Slow and Fast Fire - Mix, Juniors" (MWR/DM-40 Mix) event.
Ivan Matveev, also from Yekaterinburg, had a successful outing, winning two bronze medals - one in the "Small-bore Pistol Standard, 25m, Boys" event (МП-60) and another in the 50m small-bore pistol team event (МПП-120). Matveev also claimed the silver medal in the individual 50m small-bore pistol event, finishing six points behind the winner, Vladislav Ionov from Lipetsk region.
Stepan Loktev from ZATO Lesnoy had a close call in the 50m 3-position small-bore rifle event, losing the gold to Nikita Khmelev from Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. Despite the narrow defeat, Loktev's performance was impressive, showcasing the high level of competition in the event.
The championships, held from July 31 to August 10 in Ignatovo, Moscow region, saw over 700 athletes participate from across the country. The juniors and girls under 17, and juniors and juniors under 22 categories were included in the event.
The success of the Sverdlovsk pistol shooters at the national championships is a testament to their hard work and dedication. As they continue to train and compete, we can expect to see more impressive results from this talented team.
The Sverdlovsk team, despite initial lack of detailed results, showcased their skills and dedication in sports by winning three medals at the national championships, with Nika Prokopenko clinching a third place in the 50m small-bore pistol event (МПП-30).
Artem Pushkarev, another rising star from the region, won the silver medal in the "Small-bore Rifle, 50 meters, Moving Target, Slow and Fast Fire - Mix, Juniors" (MWR/DM-40 Mix) event, indicating a promising future for pistol shooting in the Ural region.
