Star Indian archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam scripted history on Saturday by becoming the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the Archery World Cup Final, clinching the bronze.

Third seed Jyothi stunned second seed Ella Gibson 150-145 with a dominating display, shooting tens in all 15 arrows.

The Asian Games champion began her campaign with a confident 143-140 quarterfinal win over Alexis Ruiz of America. In the semifinals, Jyothi narrowly lost to world No. 1 Andrea Becerra of Mexico, falling 143-145 in a closely fought battle.

However, Jyothi bounced back in spectacular fashion during the bronze medal match, firing 15 consecutive 10s over five ends to dominate Gibson and finish her campaign on a high note.

Currently ranked third in the women’s compound category, Jyothi ha

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