1. Overview
Lauris Strautmanis is a Latvian sport shooter specializing in pistol shooting. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant success in various international competitions, including multiple medals at the European Games, ISSF World Shooting Championships, and European Shooting Championships. He has also represented Latvia at the Olympic Games.
2. Personal Information
Lauris Strautmanis (Lauris StrautmanisLatvian) was born on June 5, 1995, in Tukums, Latvia. He represents his home country, Latvia, in the sport of sport shooting, with his primary discipline being pistol shooting.
3. Major Competition Participation and Achievements
Lauris Strautmanis has competed extensively in major international shooting events, earning several medals and notable distinctions. His achievements span across the European Games, ISSF World Shooting Championships, European Shooting Championships, and the Olympic Games.
3.1. European Games
Strautmanis first represented Latvia at the 2015 European Games held in Baku, Azerbaijan. During the opening ceremony of these games, he was honored with the role of flagbearer for his country. He later participated in the 2019 European Games held in Minsk, Belarus. At the 2019 Games, he secured a bronze medal in the men's 10 metre air pistol event. Demonstrating his versatility, he also won a silver medal in the mixed team 50 metre pistol event, where he competed alongside his teammate Agate Rašmane.
3.2. ISSF World Shooting Championships
In 2023, Lauris Strautmanis achieved a significant milestone at the ISSF World Shooting Championships held in Baku, Azerbaijan. He earned a silver medal in the 50 metre pistol event, marking a notable performance on the global stage.
3.3. European Shooting Championships
Strautmanis has consistently performed well at the European Shooting Championships. In 2017, he won a bronze medal in the 50 metre pistol event at the championships held in Baku. He continued his success in 2022, securing two silver medals: one in the 10 metre air pistol team event at the European 10 m Events Championships in Hamar, Norway, and another in the 50 metre pistol open event at the European 25/50 m Events Championships in Wrocław, Poland.
3.4. Olympic Games
Lauris Strautmanis participated in the 2024 Summer Olympics, representing Latvia in the prestigious global sporting event.