Paris 2024 Olympic Games: The Indian men’s hockey team received a warm and enthusiastic reception upon their return from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on Saturday, August 10. The team, under the leadership of captain Harmanpreet Singh, clinched the bronze medal after a decisive win over Spain in the play-off match. This achievement marks the team’s second consecutive Olympic medal, a historic feat not seen since 1972.
Upon arrival in Delhi on Saturday morning, the hockey team was greeted with great enthusiasm. Harmanpreet Singh, the team leader, was welcomed with garlands and tricolour stoles, and the atmosphere was vibrant with the sounds of the dhol playing in the background. Fans and media persons turned out in large numbers to celebrate the team’s success. Prominent players like Sukhjeet and Mandeep Singh were seen dancing to the beats of the dhol, adding to the festive spirit as they left the airport.
It is noteworthy that some members of the team were not present at the arrival ceremony. PR Sreejesh, one of the key players, was still in Paris. He was selected as the deputy flag bearer for the closing ceremony of the Olympics and will return to India once the event concludes.
Apart from the warm reception at the airport, Hockey India shared a special moment from the team’s return journey. Air India honoured the bronze medal winners with a unique tribute. During the flight from Paris, the pilot made an announcement about the hockey team on board, which was met with warm applause from the passengers and celebratory acknowledgement from the cabin crew.
A special gesture of @airindia for the boys as they returned to India from Paris. #ReturningHome #HockeyIndia image.twitter.com/StTlB7fc9B— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 10, 2024
The players will continue their celebratory journey with a meet and greet session at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium on Saturday, where they will interact with fans and media personnel. The successful campaign in Paris has added a 13th Olympic medal to India’s record, further cementing the country’s reputation in the sport.
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