Fiocchi Celebrates 150 Years at Lonato World Cup

Fiocchi marked 150 years in business during the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun 2026 at Trap Concaverde in Lonato del Garda, Italy. The anniversary coincided with notable performances by Fiocchi-supported athletes Sara Bongini and James Willett.

Bongini won the Women’s Skeet event following a closely contested final against Larsson. According to Fiocchi, both shooters reached 35 hits, exceeding the previous world record before Bongini secured the title.

Willett later concluded the event with a gold medal in Mixed Team Trap, adding another major result during the Lonato del Garda stage.

Quick Specs / Key Details

Event: ISSF World Cup Shotgun 2026
Location: Trap Concaverde, Lonato del Garda, Italy
Fiocchi anniversary celebration: July 8
Anniversary: 150 years
Sara Bongini result: Gold, Women’s Skeet
Final score noted by Fiocchi: 35 hits
James Willett result: Gold, Mixed Team Trap
Competition disciplines: Skeet and Trap

The results highlighted the importance of consistency and control during high-pressure clay target competition. Bongini’s final was particularly significant, with both finalists matching each other through a record-setting series before the title was decided.

Fiocchi used the World Cup setting to recognize its history in competitive shooting alongside athletes, technicians, industry partners, and representatives from the sport. The company traces its ammunition manufacturing history back 150 years and continues to maintain a presence in international clay target competition.

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The Lonato event brought together two elements of the company’s identity: its long history in ammunition manufacturing and its continuing involvement in international shooting competition. For Fiocchi’s 150 years, the World Cup provided a fitting setting to recognize past achievements while looking toward future competition.

Editor’s note: This article is based on a manufacturer press release and edited for clarity and style.