भारतीय खेल दिन !!!!

20th August 2008 will go as one of the greatest days in India's sporting history. Never before India has secured two Olympic medals on same day in its 112 years Olympic history.

First of all Congratulations to Sushil Kumar. For a wrestler winning 3 bouts within a span of one hour were heroic efforts. Sushil Kumar who was one of the medal hopes at Athens came out strongly even after loosing second round against eventual silver medalist and winning bronze medal for India . Freestyle Wrestling (कुश्ती) used to be played and followed passionately across India. I hope this medal will rejuvenate India's favourite game and will bring more glory in coming Olympics.

Vijender's quarterfinal victory has assured India at least Bronze medal. Till now he has won very comfortably against all of his opponents. It is giving assurance that he wont be satisfied on Bronze. He will fight for Gold only. I wish him all the best and pray that he will win another gold for India.

Finally, Thanks to both the players for making it one of the most memorable days. 20th August should be celebrated as भारतीय खेल दिन here onwards.

On a lighter note, as today being Rajiv Gandhi's birthday and India already awards Khel-Ratna award by his name, I would like to call it राजीव गाँधी खेल दिवस :-)