WORLD RECORD BLITZ: Rishabh Yadav & Jyothi Surekha Vennam Smash Compound Mixed Team Record in Madrid
India’s dominance in compound archery reached new heights at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid, as Rishabh Yadav and the ever-reliable Jyothi Surekha Vennam shattered the world record in the compound mixed team qualification round. The Indian duo combined for a sensational score of 1431, breaking the previous world record of 1429 set by Denmark’s Tanja Gellenthien and Mathias Fullerton.
This stunning performance has not only placed India at the top of the qualification table in the mixed compound event but also underlined the country’s growing stature in the world of compound archery.
A Landmark Moment
The duo of Rishabh and Jyothi looked in sublime form from the very first end and maintained consistency throughout the qualification rounds. Rishabh Yadav registered a score of 716, just two points short of the world record (718), while Jyothi was equally stellar with a 715, also three points off the individual world mark.
Together, they formed a formidable unit, pushing the benchmark for the rest of the world. The new record of 1431 is now the highest-ever mixed compound team qualification score recorded in the history of World Archery competitions.
This result comes just weeks after India’s steady climb in international compound events, and this latest achievement is a reminder of the depth and quality the country now boasts in the discipline.
Individual Dominance in Qualification
Beyond the mixed team fireworks, India had much to cheer about in the individual compound qualification rounds as well.
Men’s Compound Qualification:
- Rishabh Yadav: 716 (1st)
- Priyansh: 710 (10th)
- Aman Saini: 709 (11th)
- Prathamesh Fuge: 708 (19th)
The trio of Rishabh, Priyansh, and Aman combined for a total of 2135, securing first place in the men’s team qualification rankings. Rishabh’s 716 not only topped the leaderboard but also reaffirmed his rapid rise on the global stage, especially considering the world record for individual qualification stands at 718.
This men’s team will head into the elimination rounds as favorites, having displayed excellent form, rhythm, and composure in tough competition.
Women’s Compound Qualification:
- Jyothi Surekha Vennam: 715 (1st)
- Parneet Kaur: 702 (7th)
- Prithika K: 699 (10th)
- Chikitha: 688 (31st)
India’s women’s compound team, led by the legendary Jyothi, also took the top spot in team qualification with a combined score of 2125. Jyothi’s consistency at the highest level continues to set her apart, while Parneet and Prithika provided strong backup performances.
This is now the third consecutive team qualification where Jyothi has finished as the top Indian, cementing her role as the backbone of India’s compound women’s squad.
India at the Top – A Complete Sweep in Compound Qualifications
- Mixed Team (Rishabh + Jyothi) – 1st (World Record: 1431)
- Men’s Team (Rishabh, Priyansh, Aman) – 1st (2135)
- Women’s Team (Jyothi, Parneet, Prithika) – 1st (2125)
This rare clean sweep across all compound team qualifications underlines India’s deep bench strength and technical refinement in the discipline. The structured domestic ecosystem, led by the likes of the Archery Association of India and the national camp system, seems to be bearing fruit with consistent results at the international level.
What This Means for the Future
While compound archery is not currently a part of the Olympic Games except the mixed team event, its growing popularity worldwide and strong performances from countries like India could push for greater visibility and potential inclusion in future Olympic editions. Notably, compound archery is a key event at the Asian Games and World Games and with the inclusion of Compound mixed team event in Los Angeles 2028 Olympic its encouraging to see Indian team performing well.
For India, this result offers a massive confidence boost ahead of the World Cup finals and the upcoming Asian Championships. With athletes like Jyothi and Rishabh leading the charge, India now has medal prospects in every compound event they enter.
The Rise of Rishabh Yadav
Rishabh’s 716 is a personal milestone and could be seen as a breakout moment in his career. He’s been knocking on the door for a while, but this performance in Madrid elevates him into the elite tier of international compound archers. Consistency, poise, and raw scoring ability were all on display.
His emergence also gives India another potent name to work alongside established stars like Abhishek Verma and Jyothi Surekha Vennam in major events.
Jyothi The Gold Standard
For Jyothi, this is yet another feather in a cap already filled with international medals, national records, and landmark achievements. She continues to be the standard-bearer for Indian compound archery, and her ability to keep setting high benchmarks is invaluable for the team.
Her chemistry with Rishabh in the mixed event was visible — both archers complementing each other with calmness and precision.
Final Thoughts
India’s world record-setting performance in Madrid is not just about numbers it reflects a carefully built system that has begun to churn out results on the world stage. Rishabh Yadav and Jyothi Surekha Vennam’s record-breaking qualification round will go down as one of the greatest moments in Indian archery history.
As the elimination rounds begin, all eyes will be on whether the Indian compound teams can convert this historic qualification into podium finishes. But for now, India stands tall on top of the qualification charts and at the peak of world archery.
India on 🔝 – and aiming higher.
