Competitors fire rifles, pistols, or shotguns at fixed or moving targets under strict safety and scoring rules. That sport is shooting. Precision, control, and consistency decide the results.

Olympic shooting includes rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines, some contested from different positions or at varying distances. Scoring rewards proximity to the target center or the number of targets broken. Athletes train stance, breathing, trigger control, and mental composure. Equipment is highly specialized and regulated.

Safety protocols are non-negotiable at every level. Competitive shooting demands the ability to repeat the same narrow performance under the stress of ranking and finals formats. Small technical or psychological errors produce immediate visible consequences on the target.

• Sport of firing at targets with regulated firearms
• Includes rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines
• Emphasizes precision and mental control
• Conducted under strict safety rules