The Glarnerland 1 air rifle team faced a disappointing result in the final of the Swiss Air Rifle Group Championship, finishing in 16th place with a score of 1624.6. The team, comprised of Gina Landolt, Sandra Monney, Andreas Stüssi, and André Eberhard, had qualified for the final in 10th position, but were unable to replicate their earlier performance. This outcome marks a setback for the Glarnerland shooters after a season of promising results and qualification successes.
The Swiss Air Rifle Group Championship saw strong competition, with numerous Glarnerland teams qualifying for both the elite and Nachwuchs (youth) divisions. While several Glarner shooters demonstrated impressive form throughout the qualification rounds, the Glarnerland 1 team struggled to maintain consistency in the final. The competition showcased the depth of talent within the Glarnerland shooting community, but ultimately fell short of a podium finish for their top-ranked group.
Glarnerland Teams Qualify for Final Despite Challenges
Despite the disappointing result for Glarnerland 1, several other Glarner teams successfully qualified for the final. Mischa Armati, Lars Kamm, Tim Landolt, and Rolf Lehmann finished 38th, while Glarnerland 3, consisting of Jürg Fischli, Silvan Lendi, René Müller, and Martin Tremp, secured a place as the 58th group. These qualifications demonstrate the breadth of shooting talent within the canton of Glarus. The qualification process involved three rounds, with shooters aiming to surpass the 395-point mark. Notably, Lio Wickihalder and Gina Landolt came close to achieving a perfect score of 400 points during the third round, with Landolt only missing by a single point.
The Nachwuchs (youth) group, initially ranked 5th with Nadine and Corinne Jöhl and Lio Wickihalder, was unfortunately unable to participate in the final due to an injury sustained by Nadine Jöhl. Corinne Jöhl and Wickihalder opted to join the elite division, hoping to leverage their strong form to contend for a medal. This decision highlights the adaptability and determination of the Glarnerland shooters.
Individual Performances and Recent Successes
Several Glarnerland shooters have enjoyed recent individual successes. Lio Wickihalder recently achieved a Swiss championship in air rifle on March 2, 2026, securing a gold medal after winning bronze the previous year. Verein – Sportschützen Glarnerland reports that Sandra Monney also earned a diploma in the senior women’s category. Prior to the final, Tim Landolt and Corinne Jöhl both set new Glarner records in the air rifle competition, demonstrating the high level of skill within the region. Silvan Lendi also consistently posted strong results during the qualification rounds, as noted by Glarnerland Gruppenschützen are ready for the final.
Gina Landolt also demonstrated strong performance, achieving a score of 612.8, according to glarnermatchschuetzen.ch, while Tim Landolt and André Eberhard also posted competitive scores.
Looking Ahead
Despite the disappointing outcome for Glarnerland 1 in the final, the Glarnerland shooting community remains focused on continued development and success. The strong performances of individual shooters and the qualification of multiple teams for the final demonstrate the potential for future achievements. The focus will now shift to analyzing the results of the final, identifying areas for improvement, and preparing for upcoming competitions. The dedication and talent within the Glarnerland shooting ranks suggest a promising future for the sport in the region.
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