Chandigarh, Dt
India's legendary hockey player and three-time Olympic gold medalist Balbir Singh Sr. has died at the age of eight after a long illness. The Punjab Sports Minister announced that Balbir Singh's name would be associated with the Mohali Stadium. He has also been demanded to be given Bharat Ratna.
Balbir Singh left behind three sons Kanwalbir, Karanbir and Gurbir as well as daughter Sushbir in mourning. Their sons have settled in Canada, while they are currently living with their daughter.
He was a member of the Indian team that won gold at the 19th London Olympics. He was the team's vice-captain when he won gold at the 19th Helsinki Olympics and India won gold under his captaincy at the 19th Melbourne Games. Is. At the 19th Olympics, he scored five goals in the final against the Netherlands. The record for most goals scored in an Olympic final is still intact.
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