'Giving My all in Paris!': India's Sukhjeet Singh Aims for Olympic Debut After Overcoming Adversity
Athletes from all across the world get ready to fight for gold; the Paris Olympics is set to begin on July 26, 2024. Aiming to carve their names in history and bring glory to their respective nations. The event seems to be an outstanding display of sportsmanship, agility, and patriotism.
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Sukhjeet Singh eyes glory with the Indian hockey team in the Paris Olympics 2024
Sukhjeet Singh has overcome hardship to land a spot on the Indian men's hockey team headed for the Olympics after suffering a serious back injury six years ago that momentarily paralysed his right leg. Set to make his Olympic debut, the 28-year-old attacker is resolved to show his skills in the Games starting on July 26.
In 2018, Sukhjeet was included in core probables camp for the senior team, but a freak back injury resulted in temporary paralysis of his right leg, putting his dream on hold.
Sukhjeet said his family, especially father's, unwavering support and belief in his potential kept him going at a time when he
After recovering from the injury, Sukhjeet finally donned the coveted blue jersey against Spain during the 2021-22 FIH Pro League season, marking his debut with a goal.
Over the past two years, Sukhjeet has showcased his remarkable talent and consistency, scoring 20 goals in 70 matches that he played for the country.
He played a key role in the 2023 FIH Hockey World Cup in Bhubaneswar, striking three goals in six games. He was also a part of the gold-medal winning teams at the Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai and the Hangzhou Asian Games last year.
Recently, Sukhjeet contributed significantly in the FIH Hockey Pro League, netting five goals.
(With PTI inputs)
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