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Wednesday, May 27, 2026  ■  Competition

Team Ruger Captain Doug Koenig Secures First Place Victory at the 2026 Bianchi Cup Championship

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) congratulates Team Ruger's Captain Doug Koenig on his impressive achievement at the 2026 Bianchi Cup Championship in Columbia, MO. This marks his record-breaking 21st Bianchi Cup Championship win, highlighting his exceptional performance, accuracy and dedication. Koenig credited the victory to hard work, preparation and the support of his Ruger® SR1911® Custom Shop pistol.

The 2026 Bianchi Cup Championship brought together top competitors from across the country, making Koenig's first place finish a major accomplishment. Using the SR1911 pistol, Koenig demonstrated consistency, precision and competitive excellence throughout the championship. The pistol's performance highlighted the quality and reliability that Ruger continues to deliver to its customers.

"I'm proud to represent Ruger and grateful for their continued support," said Koenig. "This victory means a lot to me personally. I put in the work, trusted my preparation and trusted the products backing me."

This victory marks another milestone for Koenig as he builds on his momentum heading into upcoming competitions and championships. Again, congratulations to Team Ruger Captain Doug Koenig on his remarkable win.

For more information on the SR1911 pistol or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com, Facebook.com/Ruger or Instagram.com/rugersofficial. To find accessories for the SR1911 pistol and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.

About Ruger Firearms: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines, across the Ruger, Marlin and Glenfield brands. For more than 75 years, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®," echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.