PM Modi's pep talk after semifinal loss gave a positive energy ahead of bronze medal tie: Manpreet
The Hindu
The skipper said the COVID-19 pandemic has been a blessing in disguise for the Indian hockey teams as they spent the entire lockdown together at the national camp
A triumphant Indian men's hockey team captain Manpreet Singh on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pep talk after its semifinal loss against Belgium worked wonders and instilled a positive energy to the players, which eventually translated into a podium finish after 41 years in the Olympics. Just after losing 2-5 to world champions and eventual Olympic gold medallist Belgium, Mr Modi called Manpreet and chief coach Graham Reid and consoled them while also motivating the entire team for the job ahead. And Manpreet said those words of encouragement did wonders.More Related News