South American practical shooting championship concludes successfully in Paraguay

The Paraguayan Shooting Club hosted the successful conclusion of the Copa de las Américas of the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC). The event, supported by the Directorate General of War Material (Digemabel), drew elite practical shooting athletes from across South America.

Competitors from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, and host nation Paraguay participated, creating an atmosphere of high-level sportsmanship, precision, and safety. The competition highlighted the skill, speed, and accuracy of the shooters as they navigated demanding courses designed to meet international IPSC standards.

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The event brought together the best exponents of practical shooting in an atmosphere of high sporting level, precision, and safety.

Notably, participants from public security forces, including the National Police and Military, delivered commendable performances. Their involvement underscored the discipline and expertise required in practical shooting, demonstrating proficiency in handling demanding scenarios.

Several categories saw fierce competition. In the Standard division, Matías Mane of Argentina took first place, followed by Enrique Larrañaga of Uruguay and José Wilson Seixas of Brazil. The Production Optic division was won by Antonio Emilio Heck of Argentina, with Ederson Ricardo Saldhana of Brazil and José Alejandro Gorostiaga of Paraguay securing second and third, respectively. Viviana Zarratea of Paraguay claimed victory in the Production Optic Ladies category.

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The shooters from the Public Forces, the National and Military Police, stood out with a meritorious performance, in the competition that demonstrated skill, speed, and precision when facing demanding courses designed according to international IPSC standards.