The compound archery competitions at the ongoing World Archery Championships have delivered high drama and precision shooting, with several nations jostling for supremacy after the ranking rounds.
The results underline both the depth of the international field and the growing presence of India, which secured strong individual, team, and mixed team rankings heading into the elimination stages. The men’s individual ranking round produced an enthralling battle for the top spot, with three archers tied at 713 points after 72 arrows. France’s Nicolas Girard, Korea’s Kim Jongho, and the Netherlands’ Mike Schloesser popularly known as “Mister Perfect” all delivered masterful consistency to finish with identical totals.
Girard edged the top spot thanks to 66 arrows in the 10-ring with 36 Xs, Kim matched him on 10+X (66) but had 32 Xs, Schloesser was placed third despite 65 arrows in the 10-ring and 34 Xs. The razor-thin margins reflect the elite level of compound archery, where a single arrow in or out of the 10-ring can decide ranking positions. With these three names leading the field, the men’s bracket promises intense duels in the coming rounds.
Indian Men Deliver Solid Performances
India also had plenty to cheer in the men’s section. Rishabh Yadav was the standout, finishing 7th with 709 points (357 in the first half, 352 in the second, with 61 tens including 26 Xs). His consistency placed him among the top 10, giving India a strong seed in the knockout draw. Behind him, Aman Saini secured 15th place with 707 points, while Prathamesh Bhalchandra Fuge placed 19th on 706 points. All three posted scores above 700, underlining the squad’s depth. With their collective strength, India positioned itself as a serious contender in the team competition.
On the women’s side, Andrea Becerra of Mexico stole the show with a score of 712, backed by 64 tens including 30 Xs. Her pinpoint accuracy gave her a narrow edge over Korea’s So Chaewon, who totaled 709 with 62 tens and 29 Xs. India’s Jyothi Surekha Vennam, a seasoned international medalist, lived up to expectations with a strong 707-point finish, placing her third overall. Her halves of 353 and 354 reflected balanced shooting across both sessions. With 59 arrows in the 10-ring, including 26 Xs, Jyothi has positioned herself perfectly for a deep run in the elimination rounds.
Supporting Jyothi, Parneet Kaur shot 703 points to finish 8th, while Prithika Pradeep, making her senior world appearance, managed 690 points for 44th place. While Prithika struggled in her second half (340), the collective Indian women’s scores ensured the team remained competitive at the very top.
Men’s Team: Korea Lead, India Close Behind
In the men’s team competition, the powerhouse Korean trio of Choi Eun Gyu, Choi Yonghee, and Kim Jongho dominated with a total of 2129 points, built on 186 tens and 93 Xs. India were not far behind, securing second place with 2122 points. The trio of Rishabh Yadav, Aman Saini, and Prathamesh Fuge combined well, producing 178 tens with 72 Xs. Their cohesion and high placement mean India will enter the elimination rounds with confidence. Türkiye rounded out the top three with 2116 points, just six behind India, setting up a fascinating battle for semifinal spots.
India’s men will begin their knockout journey in the pre-quarterfinals, where they face the winner of the Kazakhstan vs. Australia match. On current form, India will be expected to progress, but surprises are always possible in the pressure of elimination.
Women’s Team: Korea and Mexico Set the Pace
The Korean women’s team reaffirmed their traditional dominance, shooting 2110 points for first place. Their trio Han Seungyeon, Sim Sooin, and So Chaewon combined for 167 tens and 75 Xs, showcasing both accuracy and consistency. Mexico, powered by Andrea Becerra’s individual brilliance, claimed second place with 2100 points (162 tens, 78 Xs). India matched them on total points (2100) but finished third on the tiebreaker, with 157 tens and 67 Xs.
The Indian women’s team of Jyothi, Parneet, and Prithika showed excellent balance, though their X count fell short of Mexico’s. Still, third place ensures a favorable draw, with India set to face the winner of Sweden vs. Italy in their pre-quarterfinal match.
Archery World Championships 2025: India Eye Glory in Gwangju with Youth and Experience
The mixed team event saw Korea once again at the summit, with So Chaewon and Kim Jongho combining for 1422 points, supported by 128 tens and 61 Xs. Denmark and Mexico both shot 1417 to tie for second, though Denmark edged the higher ranking on Xs. India’s pairing of Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Rishabh Yadav delivered a strong 1416, good enough for 4th place. Their total included 120 tens and 52 Xs, putting them just one point off the podium positions.
This result gives India a direct path into the elimination draw, where they will meet the winner of Indonesia vs. Germany. Given Jyothi’s experience and Rishabh’s form, the duo will enter as one of the dark horses for a medal.
With ranking rounds complete, India finds itself in an enviable position across categories:
- Men’s Team: 2nd place (will face Kazakhstan/Australia winner)
- Women’s Team: 3rd place (will face Sweden/Italy winner)
- Mixed Team: 4th place (will face Indonesia/Germany winner)
- Individual Standouts: Jyothi (3rd), Rishabh (7th), Parneet (8th), Aman (15th), Prathamesh (19th)
These results reflect the growing consistency of Indian compound archers on the world stage. Unlike previous editions where one or two individuals carried the burden, the 2025 campaign has highlighted depth across both genders and all team formats.
Globally, the ranking rounds reinforced the established pecking order while also throwing up tight margins. Korea continue to be the standard-bearers, topping the charts in men’s team, women’s team, and mixed team rankings. Mexico’s Andrea Becerra has emerged as the star of the women’s field, while Europe’s strength is anchored by names like Nicolas Girard and Mike Schloesser. For India, staying in this elite company signals its upward trajectory. The challenge now is to translate strong ranking positions into podium finishes, a task that requires not just skill but also composure under knockout pressure.
The ranking rounds at the championship have set the stage for thrilling knockout battles. For India, the performances of Jyothi, Rishabh, and the compound teams provide reasons for optimism. With men placed second, women third, and the mixed team in the top four, India has realistic chances of fighting for medals across the board.
