Indian archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam made history by becoming the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the World Cup Final in Nanjing, China, securing bronze with a perfect performance against world No 2 Ella Gibson of Great Britain on Saturday. The 29-year-old Asian Games champion shot 15 perfect arrows to defeat Gibson 150-145 in the bronze medal match, marking her maiden podium finish in the tournament. In the eight-archer season finale, Jyothi began strongly with a 143-140 victory over American Alexis Ruiz in the quarterfinals. She faced a setback in the semifinals, narrowly losing to world No 1 Andrea Becerra of Mexico 143-145. Despite briefly leading 87-86 after the third end, Becerra's three 10s in the fourth end put her ahead 116-115, ultimately securing the fi
Jyothi Surekha Vennam creates history; becomes first Indian woman compound archer to medal at World Cup final

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