A Sporting Confluence: Lionel Messi Meets India's Elite Champions at Purana Qila
Against the historic Purana Qila, football legend Lionel Messi met with Indian champions Sumit Antil, Nishad Kumar, Nikhat Zareen, Renuka Thakur, and Kuldeep Yadav. Brought together by adidas, this gathering celebrated a shared respect among athletes and highlighted the evolution of sports in India.
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In a remarkable event at Delhi's historic Purana Qila, the legendary Lionel Messi joined forces with India's prominent sporting champions, including Sumit Antil, Nishad Kumar, Nikhat Zareen, Renuka Thakur, and Kuldeep Yadav.
Organized by adidas, the meeting aimed to foster a multi-sport culture, reinforcing their commitment to transcending borders and recognizing athletic excellence globally. The setting provided a unique confluence of talent and mutual respect among the distinguished athletes.
Celebrating achievements across various sports, from Messi's football prowess to the Indian champions' successes in para-athletics, boxing, and cricket, the event underscored adidas' vision of a united sporting world. Vijay Chauhan, GM of adidas India, highlighted the unifying power of sports and the shared passion driving these athletes.
(With inputs from agencies.)

