China's Sheng Lihao Wins First Gold Medal and Secures First Olympic Quota Place for LA 2028 at ISSF World Championship Doha 2026

03 Nov 2026

China’s Sheng Lihao claimed the first gold medal of the ISSF World Championship Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun Doha 2026, winning the Men’s 10m Air Rifle final and Secures First Olympic Quota Place for LA 2028.

Sheng delivered an outstanding performance, finishing with a total of 254.1 points to secure the world title. His compatriot Ma Sihan claimed the silver medal with 253.1 points, completing a one-two finish for China.

Medal Winners 10m Air Rifle Men

• Gold Medal: SHENG Lihao (CHN)
• Silver Medal: MA Sihan (CHN)
• Bronze Medal: MARICIC Miran (CRO)

In addition to winning the gold medal, Sheng Lihao also secured the first Olympic quota place for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games at the championship, marking the beginning of the Olympic qualification journey for Asian athletes.

A total of 36 Olympic quota places will be distributed at the ISSF World Championship Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun Doha 2026, providing athletes with valuable opportunities to secure their places at the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

The ASC congratulates Sheng Lihao on his outstanding achievement and Chinese Shooting Association on this remarkable success. ASC also extends its congratulations to all medal winners and participants, wishing the athletes continued success in their journey towards the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

Results 10m Air Rifle Men