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Compound archers claim men's team gold at World Cup Stage I

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Press Trust of India Shanghai
The Indian men's compund archery team today won the gold medal at the World Cup Stage-I, beating Colombia in the final here.

The team comprising Abhishek Verma, Chinna Raju Srither and Amanjeet Singh prevailed 226-221 against the Colombians.

The Colombian team comprised Camilo Andres Cardona, Jose Carlos Ospina and Daniel Munoz.

The Indians grabbed a slender lead in the opening set by clinching it 58-57 and built on it in the next three to emerge triumphant.

The Colombians did manage to tie the 3rd set 52-52.

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First Published: May 20 2017 | 11:28 AM IST

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