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Mairaj Ahmad Khan carries India's shooting hopes to Asian Games
The veteran Indian shooter will compete at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games as one of the contingent's oldest members, bringing decades of competitive experience to the continental championships.
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Mairaj Ahmad Khan is set to represent India at the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where he will join an elite group of senior athletes competing for the nation. The accomplished marksman will be among the oldest members of the Indian delegation, underscoring his enduring presence in the country's sporting landscape.
Khan's competitive career has spanned multiple continental championships, with the Aichi-Nagoya Games marking his fourth appearance at an Asian Games. His longevity in the sport reflects both his skill and dedication to competitive shooting, one of India's medal-winning disciplines at continental and international events.
Only equestrian competitor Shruti Vora will be older than Khan within the Indian contingent heading to Japan. The presence of such veteran athletes in the delegation highlights the experience India is bringing to the competition across multiple sporting disciplines.
As shooting continues to be a significant medal source for Indian athletes at Asian Games, Khan's participation adds proven expertise to the team. His fourth appearance at the continental championship underscores the depth of talent India has developed in the sport over recent years.