Defending Champion, Doug Koenig, was the overall winner in the Open Division of the 33rd 2012 Midway USA and NRA Bianchi Cup National Championship, held May 23-26, in Columbia, Missouri. The competition drew 253 competitors from more than 10 countries around the world.

Koenig shot a score of 1920-182x, using Hornady® 110 grain XTP® bullets in his 38 Super pistol to win his 14th title. "I shot under a one-inch group at 50 yards using Hornady bullets," said Koenig. "You can't ask for more than that when you're competing at the preeminent shooting event like the Bianchi Cup." Koenig credited John Bianchi for working tirelessly to ensure the match and social activities met high expectations, and were enjoyable for the athletes who competed.

Jessie Duff repeated her 2011 performance by winning the Colt Speed Event, and finishing second in the Ladies Division. This was her fourth Cold Speed Event win. Duff credited Hornady® ammo for winning three of the four events. "I shot Hornady 9mm 115 grain XTP bullets because of their incredible accuracy," she said. "They're my universal load for everything from the Bianchi Cup, to the Steel Challenge and Pro-Am matches."

Duff explained what makes the Bianchi Cup especially prestigious in the shooting world. "You have to be precise in your accuracy and consistency," she said. "There is no room for mistakes. Winning a Bianchi title carries a lot of weight and respect."

Michael Voigt finished in the top 15 of the Open Division, shooting Hornady® 115 grain XTP® 9mm bullets. "Hornady XTP bullets shoot very small groups in every pistol, and load development is very easy. The precision and consistency Hornady puts into the manufacturing process is evident. Every shot went exactly where it was pointed," Voigt said.