Asian Games medallist Rudrankksh Patil once quit shooting because it was ‘boring’; mom lured him back with a dessert promise

In a thrilling showdown at the Asian Games 2026, Rudrankksh Patil clinched a bronze medal in the men's 10m air rifle event. He impressed spectators by finishing closely behind his compatriot, Himanshu Dhillon, who took home the silver. Reflecting on his journey from a young shooter with lukewarm interest, sparked by his mother's encouragement, Patil's story also reveals a passion for food, seeking out local cuisines wherever he goes.