Veteran Indian hockey midfielder Manpreet Singh, a key figure in the team’s recent successes, has set his sights on winning a medal at the 2026 World Cup. He also hasn’t ruled out playing in the 2028 Olympics, emphasizing the importance of fitness and sports science for his continued success.
Former India hockey captain Manpreet Singh expressed his desire to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, provided he remains fit. He lauded the team’s performance in Paris, where they secured a bronze medal despite narrowly missing out on a gold medal. Manpreet highlighted the team’s resilience in their quarterfinal against Britain, playing with 10 men for 43 minutes after Amit Rohidas’ red card. He also paid tribute to veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who retired after the Paris Olympics.
