In a stunning display of precision and composure, Team Lapua’s Brandon Green etched his name into fullbore rifle history by claiming the coveted King’s Prize—becoming the first American ever to do so in the 156-year history of the event. Green posted an aggregate of 299-41V, dropping just a single point across 30 shots, including a 75-11V at 900 yards and a 75-10V at 1000 yards during the final stages.

Held from June 13 to July 26, the 156th Imperial Meeting is the crown jewel of the UK National Rifle Association’s annual calendar, hosted at the iconic Bisley Camp in Surrey, England. The King’s Prize—originally the Queen’s Prize, first awarded by Queen Victoria in 1860—draws elite fullbore target rifle shooters from around the globe, each vying to inscribe their name in one of the sport’s most prestigious ledgers.

Green’s campaign was nothing short of dominant, racking up victories in the Friday Aggregate, Monday Aggregate, Tucker Aggregate, Baldwin Aggregate, and Monro Memorial Match en route to the final King’s Stages.

“I completed the 900-yard stage with a 75-11v, which moved me up quite a bit, though I didn't check the scores, so I had no idea of my standing. After finishing the 1000-yard stage with a 75-10v, I heard a few soft claps from the crowd behind me. However, I still had to score two more shots for my point mate. After he finished his remaining shots, I finally turned to look at the crowd, and Oliver was almost in tears as he exclaimed, 'You did it!' I still couldn't believe I could have made up that much ground, but somehow, the stars had aligned. And that's when the excitement truly began!"

Green’s historic win culminated in a traditional celebration—being “chaired” off the firing line on the shoulders of fellow competitors, marking milestone on Bisley’s storied scoreboard.

Lapua extends its heartfelt congratulations to Brandon Green for his landmark victory at the 2025 King’s Prize. His extraordinary performance is a testament to his dedication, preparation, and world-class skill, and Lapua is proud to have supported his journey to the top of the podium.

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