Abhinav Bindra says shooting is in safe hands, lauds India’s performance in shooting world cup.

2008 Beijing Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra has praised the brilliant performances of Indian shooters in the ongoing the ISSF World Cup in Guadalajara, Mexico. Bindra says shooting is in safe hands.

Read| Akhil Sheoran wins the gold medal in men’s 50m rifle 3 position at ISSF Shooting World Cup 2018

India are set to consolidate their domination on top of the medals tally for the first time in any ISSF World Cup after clinching four golds, one silver and four bronze medals.

Young Akhil Sheoran clinched the gold medal in men’s 50m rifle 3 position today and gave India its 4 gold medal. Young Indian shooters like Manu Bhaker, Anjum Moudgil and Mehuli Ghosh have allready impressed in the competition.

Bindra says shooting is in safe hands and the current lot has what it takes to be Olympic champions in future.

“The Indian Shooting Teams performance at Mexico starts a new era in Indian shooting. The future is in extremely safe hands & am confident that the young athletes have the ingredients to take them to the very top of the Olympic podium. Congratulations to all,” Bindra tweeted.

The Beijing Olympics 10m air rifle gold medallist also had words of appreciation for the coaches and support staff of the shooting contingent.

“Also a special mention for all the Junior Team Coaches and support staff who have worked tirelessly away from the spotlight and bright lights to lay a strong foundation which has resulted in all the medals. They must be empowered to further their work,” Bindra wrote