Indian Hockey Team Receives Grand Welcome Upon Return, Watch the Special Moments

Paris Olympics 2024: The Indian hockey team made headlines by clinching the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, defeating Spain with a 2-1 victory. Upon their return to India, the team was greeted with a spectacular welcome, both on their flight and at the airport. Here’s a detailed look at their triumphant return:

• Victorious Match Highlights:
  • Match Result: India triumphed over Spain 2-1 to secure the bronze medal.
  • Key Players:
    • Harmanpreet Singh: Scored both goals for India in the bronze medal match.
    • Goalkeeper P. Sreejesh: Played a crucial role in securing the win.
• Special Flight Welcome:
  • Airline: The team flew back on an Air India flight.
  • In-Flight Reception: The flight crew gave the players a warm welcome, and fellow passengers applauded enthusiastically.
  • Video Share: The Indian hockey team shared a video capturing these heartwarming moments.
• Grand Reception at the Airport:
  • Arrival: The team received a grand welcome upon landing in India, reflecting the nation’s pride in their achievement.
• Financial Rewards:
  • Odisha Government: Announced prize money for the players as a token of appreciation.
  • Madhya Pradesh Government: Declared a reward of ₹1 crore for Vivek Sagar Prasad, one of the standout players.
• Tournament Performance Recap:
  • Notable Wins:
    • Against New Zealand: 3-2 victory.
    • Against Ireland: 2-0 victory.
    • Against Australia: Historic 3-2 win.
  • Draws and Losses:
    • Match with Argentina: Draw.
    • Matches with Germany and Belgium: Defeats.

This outstanding performance by the Indian hockey team has not only earned them a bronze medal but has also garnered them a warm and celebratory welcome from their home country. The financial rewards and recognition highlight the significant achievement of these athletes on the global stage.

A special gesture from @airindia for the boys as they headed back to India from Paris. 🇮🇳 #ReturningHome #Hockey #HockeyIndia pic.twitter.com/StTlB7fc9B

— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 10, 2024