Interview: RWS shooter Federico Nilo Maldini at the World Cup in Granada

We met #TeamRWS athlete Federico Nilo Maldini at the ISSF World Cup in Granada. The silver medallist (air pistol) from Châteauroux 2024 talks in this interview about his start to the season, mental strength and his partnership with RWS.

Interview questions for Federico Nilo Maldini:

Federico, you’ve just started the 2026 season – how are you feeling at the moment and how would you rate your start so far?
You won silver in Chateauroux – how has this success influenced your mental approach to the new season?
What makes a perfect shot for you – when does it feel unmistakably ‘right’?
What helps you to quickly reset and refocus in high-pressure situations during competition?
You recently joined #TeamRWS. What convinced you, and what gives you confidence in the ammunition during competition?

Together towards LA28

RWS supports top international athletes on their journey to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles – with world-class ammunition for maximum precision:

RWS Wall of Fame: Our sponsored sport shooters, clubs and associations

RWS supports numerous top athletes worldwide in achieving their sporting goals with precision and reliability.
These partnerships underscore RWS's commitment to young shooters and to promoting top-level sport at an international level.

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