Hockey india ajit pal singh

Hockey India Ajit Pal Singh: Indian men’s hockey team vice-captain Hardik Singh has expressed his gratitude and excitement after he was honoured with the prestigious Hockey India Ajit Pal Singh Award for Midfielder of the Year 2024 at the recently held Hockey India 7th Annual Awards.

The award, which included a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh, solidifies Hardik’s reputation as the engine of the Indian midfield as the 26-year-old’s creativity, vision, exceptional control and ability to transition play from defence to attack have made him a vital force behind India’s success in recent years.

Reflecting on the award, Hardik emphasised the importance of the team’s collective effort in achieving success and stated, “It’s truly humbling to receive this award, but I see it as a reflection of the hard work and unity of our entire team. Hockey is a sport where individual brilliance shines because of the support and synchronisation with teammates, and I owe this honour to the effort of every player, coach, and support staff who have been part of this journey. This award motivates me to keep pushing my limits and contributing to our nation’s hockey success.”