Ahvar Rizvi is an Indian sport shooter. He is part of the cohort of competitive shooters from India who participate in events governed by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), the recognised national federation for the sport in the country.
Key facts
| Name | Ahvar Rizvi |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Shooting |
| National federation | National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) |
Background
Sport shooting in India is organised by the National Rifle Association of India, founded in 1951, which oversees rifle, pistol and shotgun disciplines and selects athletes for international competitions held under the auspices of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). Indian shooters compete domestically through national championships, zonal events and selection trials, and internationally at events such as the ISSF World Cup, the Asian Championships, the Asian Games, the Commonwealth Games and the Olympic Games.
Career
Rizvi competes within the Indian shooting circuit. Specific event records, disciplines and rankings are maintained by the NRAI and the ISSF results database.
Significance
Indian shooting has emerged as one of the country's strongest Olympic sports since the 2000s, with athletes regularly featuring on international podiums. Competitors in the domestic system, including Rizvi, form the developmental and competitive base from which national squads are drawn.
Related topics
- National Rifle Association of India
- Shooting sports in India
- International Shooting Sport Federation
- India at the ISSF World Cup
- List of Indian sport shooters
References
- Wikidata: Q117321417
- National Rifle Association of India — official records
- International Shooting Sport Federation — athlete and results database