Harmanpreet Singh’s Stellar Performance at the Paris Olympics
Harmanpreet’s performance at the Paris Olympics was nothing short of spectacular. As the top scorer of the tournament, he netted 10 goals in eight matches, showcasing his prowess as an ace drag-flicker. His ability to convert penalty corners into goals was a significant factor in India’s success. Seven of his ten goals came from penalty corners, while the remaining three were penalty strokes.
Leadership and Team Support
Harmanpreet’s leadership on the field has been instrumental in India’s recent successes. He has consistently credited his team for their support and contributions. In a statement, Harmanpreet expressed his gratitude, saying, “All the goals I have scored in the FIH Hockey Pro League and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are because the team created those goal-scoring chances for me.”
A man on a mission to elevate Indian hockey to the summit of world sport – our captain, star defender, and lethal drag flicker, Harmanpreet Singh, has been nominated for the prestigious FIH Player of the Year Award! 🏑
What an extraordinary year it's been for him!
Leading Team… pic.twitter.com/AH62wAhnSC
— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) September 17, 2024
This nomination is not the first time Harmanpreet has been recognized for his exceptional talent. He previously won the FIH Player of the Year Award twice in a row from 2020 to 2022. His consistent performance over the years has established him as one of the best players in the world being nominated alongside top players like Thierry Brinkman, Joep de Mol, Hannes Müller, and Zach Wallace.
Following the Olympics, Harmanpreet continued to lead by example. He captained India to defend their title at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2024 in Moqi, China. Scoring seven goals in as many games, he was named Player of the Tournament. His remarkable tally of 205 goals in 226 matches for India places him among the legends of the sport, alongside Major Dhyan Chand and Balbir Singh Sr.
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