ISSF Plans Major Rule Changes to Enhance Shooting Spectator Appeal
The International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) is planning to introduce significant changes to shooting rules and formats to enhance spectator engagement and make the sport more accessible to a wider audience. ISSF President Luciano Rossi announced these plans ahead of the World Cup Final in New Delhi.
One of the key changes being considered is increasing the number of finalists in individual shotgun events (skeet and trap) from six to eight. This move aims to create a more competitive and exciting atmosphere for spectators. Additionally, the ISSF is exploring ways to shorten the qualification rounds for skeet and trap, making them more TV-friendly.
Rossi emphasized the need for uniformity in the sport and the importance of consulting with stakeholders, including shooters, federations, and journalists, before implementing any changes. He stated that the ISSF aims to finalize the new format by the end of next year and implement it in 2026.
The ISSF also announced that the 2025 Junior World Cup will be held in India, recognizing the country’s impressive performance in the recently concluded edition in Lima. India is also likely to host an Olympic qualifier in 2027.
Regarding the Paris Olympics qualification system, Rossi indicated that the ranking system may be dropped for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Instead, the ISSF plans to designate every World Cup two years before the Olympics as a quota event.