What is the ruling on two men setting aside a sum of money, where each shoots at a target with his rifle, and the one closest to the target takes this money?

Question:
What is the ruling if two men set aside a sum of money, and each shoots at a target with his rifle, and the one closest to the target takes this money?

Answer:
Yes, it is permissible to take a prize for archery, because it is one of the means of jihad in the path of Allah (Mighty and Majestic), whether the prize comes from the archers themselves or from someone outside of them. The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “There is no racing except with a spear, a horse, or a camel.” The spear is what is used for shooting in the time of the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), and it includes all archery equipment. Yes.