EXPLAINER: Shooting at the Tokyo Olympics

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Things to know about the shooting competition at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics:
THE ABSOLUTE BASICS

There are three disciplines determined by the type of weapon used: air rifle (10m and 50m), air pistol (10m and 25m), and shotgun (skeet and trap).
Rifle and pistol competitions are held indoors with shooters firing at a stationary target from a set distance.
The 50m three-position rifle events require competitors to take aim while kneeling, prone, and standing.
Shotgun competitions take place outdoors where shooters fire at a moving clay target.

HOW MANY MEDALS?
There are 15 gold medals up for grabs with individual and team events …

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