India in Olympics !!

hrag · 11th August 2008, 19:31

Doesn't anybody think the original purpose of this thread is getting lost?

VJ_MAVRICK · 11th August 2008, 19:31

Abhinav Bindra has certainly made India proud and hope Indian boxers and Saina does some honors as well. Well ! much hyped Sania Mirza crashes out infact is retired hurt after losing the first set in the very first round. I think instead of focusing on the game she is on focus elsewhere.

diabloo · 13th August 2008, 08:22

"Abhinav Bindra's gold medal-winning feat witnessed an outpouring of cash rewards from various state governments, none of which were involved in his development as a shooter."

"The point, however, is that state support rarely develops champions, it only comes at a stage when people have already proved themselves."

State support comes too late for achievers

amitoj · 13th August 2008, 09:41

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Originally Posted by diabloo

"Abhinav Bindra's gold medal-winning feat witnessed an outpouring of cash rewards from various state governments, none of which were involved in his development as a shooter."

"The point, however, is that state support rarely develops champions, it only comes at a stage when people have already proved themselves."

Diabloo, thank god there was no state support. Otherwise there wont have been any medal at all. Look at hockey for an example of state/govt support and what it has done to the game.

VJ_MAVRICK · 13th August 2008, 10:10

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Originally Posted by amitoj

Diabloo, thank god there was no state support. Otherwise there wont have been any medal at all. Look at hockey for an example of state/govt support and what it has done to the game.

Exactly Amit! You are spot on and all those corrupt bureaucrats and politicians trying to salvage the respective sports are in for obvious reasons for filling their pockets.

esteem_lover · 13th August 2008, 10:26

Sad to see RS Rathore crash out.

snaronikar · 13th August 2008, 10:35

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Originally Posted by esteem_lover

Sad to see RS Rathore crash out.

In fact, he is thinking of quitting the game altogether

which is more dangerous. At least he is medal hopeful for the games may be in future. But losing in just one game and calling it quits is flabbergasting. He should learn from our cricketers who even after they lose badly, they will still play on and on and on untill the selectors throw them out.

normally_crazy · 13th August 2008, 10:35

Saina is out as well. :(

mjothi · 13th August 2008, 11:08

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Originally Posted by diabloo

"Abhinav Bindra's gold medal-winning feat witnessed an outpouring of cash rewards from various state governments, none of which were involved in his development as a shooter."

"The point, however, is that state support rarely develops champions, it only comes at a stage when people have already proved themselves."

State support comes too late for achievers

State support is only for the people accompanying celebrties or well known people to Olympics. If you have influence in Indian Olympic council, then you can also make an "official" visit to venue.

So, how can you expect the state to sponsor and develop a person?

WhiteKnight · 13th August 2008, 12:37

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Originally Posted by normally_crazy

Saina is out as well. :(

Saw the match. Somehow I had that feeling from the begining of the match. Saina's competitor looked like female version of Lee Chong Wei- and played like one too. Saina has lot of spirit, but her technique could improve a lot

finneyp · 13th August 2008, 12:45

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Originally Posted by normally_crazy

Saina is out as well. :(

Not so good news! But, well tried Saina!

She is a good prospect for future!

Hope Govt gives her all the help & support!

snaronikar · 13th August 2008, 13:00

We have some hope in Boxers for medals. Y'day's match was good and hope they will come out with a medal atleast.

vivekiny2k · 14th August 2008, 12:13

well done mittal.

India Olympic Hero Gets Boost from Mittal

WhiteKnight · 14th August 2008, 12:32

Another controversy. Only Indians could do this.

Check out India Challenge*-*India@Beijing*-*Beijing 2008 Olympics - The Times Of India

finneyp · 14th August 2008, 12:46

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Another controversy. Only Indians could do this.

Check out India Challenge*-*India@Beijing*-*Beijing 2008 Olympics - The Times Of India

WK, did u read the full article?

It says someone fiddled Abhinav's gun when he went to the restroom, to affect his scoring!

Fortunatly, he was not dithered & we went on to shoot his best & won the Gold for India!

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VJ_MAVRICK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,239 Thanked: 34 Times View My Garage	Abhinav Bindra has certainly made India proud and hope Indian boxers and Saina does some honors as well. Well ! much hyped Sania Mirza crashes out infact is retired hurt after losing the first set in the very first round. I think instead of focusing on the game she is on focus elsewhere.
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