Following the Indian men’s hockey team’s historic bronze medal win at the ongoing Paris Olympics on Thursday, International Olympic Committee (IOC) member and chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani, congratulated Harmanpreet Singh’s side.
A brace from skipper Harmanpreet Singh and PR Sreejesh’s effortless saves secured the bronze medal for India with a 2-1 victory over Spain at the Yves du Manoir Stadium. This marks India’s first consecutive bronze hockey medals in 52 years since the 1972 Munich Games.
Nita Ambani praised the team’s ‘determination, tireless efforts, and unyielding spirit,’ which she said have revived Indian hockey’s rich legacy at the Summer Games. She added that the entire nation joins in celebrating the men’s hockey team’s ‘hard-earned’ triumph at the Paris Olympics.
“Heartfelt congratulations to our Men’s Hockey Team on winning bronze at the Paris Olympics! Your determination, tireless efforts, and unyielding spirit have revived Indian hockey’s rich legacy at the Olympics and paved the way for a glorious future. The entire country joins in celebrating your hard-earned success, and we look forward to seeing you reach even greater heights in the years to come. Jai Hind!” Nita Ambani said.
In an electrifying atmosphere, the Indian team added a fourth medal to their tally at the Paris Olympics after being down 0-1 following the first quarter. Sreejesh, who was playing his last game for India, was visibly emotional as the team celebrated this momentous occasion in India’s hockey history.
Under coach Craig Fulton, India made history by securing back-to-back bronze medals at the Olympics. Harmanpreet Singh scored twice (30′, 33′) to lead India to victory, while Spain’s sole goal came from Marc Miralles (18′).
(With ANI Inputs)
