Gianluca Chetcuti Clinches Victory in MSSF Trap Competition 75

Gianluca Chetcuti emerged victorious in the MSSF Trap Competition 75 (2-2025) held on Sunday at the Malta National Shooting Ranges, overcoming tough competition in both the qualification round and final to secure the top spot.

This prestigious event, organized by the Malta Shooting Sport Federation (MSSF), featured a 75-target qualification round followed by a 25-target final shot in single-shot format. The competition brought together top Maltese shooters across three classes, providing a platform for precision, consistency, and nerves of steel.

Tight Qualification Round

The qualification phase was fiercely contested, with Ryan Bugeja topping the scoreboard after hitting an impressive 68 out of 75 targets, narrowly edging out Gianluca Chetcuti who followed closely with 67/75. The six shooters who advanced to the final round based on qualification scores were:

1. Ryan Bugeja – 68/75

2. Gianluca Chetcuti – 67/75

3. James Jr Galea – 66/75

4. Joseph Mallia – 65/75

5. Kevin Pace – 65/75

6. Michele Danilo – 64/75 (won shoot-off)

Final Showdown: Chetcuti Rises to the Occasion

In the final, Chetcuti maintained composure under pressure to score 21 out of 25 targets, overtaking Bugeja, who finished just behind with 20/25. Kevin Pace delivered a strong performance as well, claiming third place overall with 19/25. Final rankings among the six shooters were:

1. Gianluca Chetcuti – 21/25

2. Ryan Bugeja – 20/25

3. Kevin Pace – 19/25

4. James Jr Galea – 18/25

5. Joseph Mallia – 16/25

6. Michele Danilo – 15/25

Class Winners Announced

In addition to the overall competition, shooters competed within their respective classes based on previous scores and classification.

Class A Winners:

1. Ryan Bugeja – 68/75

2. Gianluca Chetcuti – 67/75

3. James Jr Galea – 66/75

Class B Winners:

1. Luke Cassar – 64/75

2. Nazzareno Attard – 59/75

3. Christian Schembri – 58/75

Class C Winners:

1. Joseph Mallia – 65/75

2. Abiel Cassar – 63/75

3. Ian Spiteri – 57/75

Looking Ahead

Following this thrilling event, attention now turns to the upcoming John Grech Trophy, scheduled to take place on Sunday, 25 May 2025 at the Southern Shooting Club. The competition promises another high-calibre showcase of Malta’s top trap shooting talent.

Gerald Fenech

Sports Editor
Veteran Journalist