At just 18 years old, Parth Mane delivered under genuine pressure in his Asian Games debut, helping India win a team medal in one of shooting’s most closely watched events at Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
## The Result
Mane combined with Himanshu Dhillon and Rudrankksh Patil to win silver in the men’s 10m air rifle team event, contributing to a strong overall showing that also saw Dhillon and Patil claim individual silver and bronze medals. Our full breakdown of that individual result covers the rest of the team’s campaign.
## In His Own Words
Speaking to news agency PTI after the event, Mane called the competition “a huge learning experience in terms of pressure,” adding that he was “happy that I was able to contribute to the team medal.” His composure under that pressure, at an age when most competitors are still finding their footing on the senior international stage, stood out to observers covering the event.
## Why His Age Matters
Turning 19 in November, Mane represents the next generation of Indian shooting talent stepping up alongside more established names. His performance suggests India’s pipeline of young rifle shooters remains genuinely strong heading into future Olympic and Asian Games cycles.
## The Bigger Team Picture
Mane’s contribution helped make shooting India’s most productive discipline in the opening days of the Games, with five total medals delivered by the squad so far. Our full shooting medal tally tracks every result from the contingent.
## What’s Next
With shooting competition continuing through October 1, Mane may have further opportunities to compete, depending on his individual event schedule for the remainder of the Games.
## The Bottom Line
A team silver medal in his first Asian Games appearance marks a strong start to what could become a lengthy senior international career for Mane, one of the standout young performers of India’s early campaign in Aichi-Nagoya.