Hockey India's Remarkable Olympic Journey

Hockey India has announced substantial cash prizes for the national men's team's players and support staff following their victory at the Olympic Games. This marks India's second consecutive bronze medal in men's hockey, having defeated Spain 2-1. It's a historical achievement after breaking a 41-year medal drought in Tokyo.

In a significant move, Hockey India announced on Thursday a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh for each player and Rs 7.5 lakh for each support staff member of the national men's team. This comes in recognition of their stellar performance, securing a second consecutive bronze medal at the Olympic Games.

India's men's hockey team clinched the bronze after a 2-1 victory over Spain at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Paris. This triumph marks an impressive feat as India broke a 41-year medal drought by winning bronze in Tokyo. Overall, it is India's 13th Olympic medal in hockey, including eight golds and one silver.

The announcement was made via Hockey India's social media, highlighting the efforts of the team and the milestone achievement of legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who played his last international match. This is the first time since 1972 that India has won consecutive Olympic bronze medals in men's hockey.