Prakash Nanjappa (Indian athlete)

Prakash Nanjappa, born on February 29, 1976, is an Indian shooter who competes in the 10-meter air pistol and 50-meter pistol events. Let’s delve into his remarkable journey:

1. Early Life:

   • Prakash Nanjappa was born in Bangalore to P. N. Papanna, an international-level shooter.
   • Initially, his primary interest lay in motorbike rallies, but in 1999, he discovered his passion for shooting.
   • In 2003, he moved to Canada and worked as a software engineer until 2009, when he returned to India and resumed his shooting career.

2. Career Highlights:

   • 2013 ISSF World Cup:
     • Prakash Nanjappa clinched a bronze medal in the 10-meter air pistol event during the 2013 ISSF World Cup in Changwon, South Korea. His performance was exceptional, with only a minor difference separating him from the second-place finisher1.
   • 2014 Commonwealth Games:
     • In the same year, he secured a silver medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, competing in the 10-meter air pistol event1.
   • Asian Air Gun Championship:
     • Following his recovery from a paralytic attack, Nanjappa won the silver medal in the 50-meter pistol event at the Asian air gun championship in Tehran1.
   • 2016 Rio Olympics:
     • Nanjappa qualified for the 2016 Rio Olympics in the Men’s 50-meter Pistol event, finishing 25th in the qualification round1.

Prakash Nanjappa’s dedication and achievements have left an indelible mark in Indian shooting history. 🏹🇮🇳