‘Sree, your career as a player is over’: PR Sreejesh reflects on the moment after winning bronze medal playoff against Spain at Paris Olympics
Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh revealed why he got so emotional after winning the bronze medal playoff against Spain at Paris Olympics.
“It was emotional,” said PR Sreejesh at the Indian Express’ Idea Exchange.
“I started hockey in 2000 as a little kid in a sports school, not on a big stage.
“Playing for 24 years and knowing it was my last match as an international player, I wanted to let those emotions go.
“In an hour, I was going to get ready, warm up. I didn’t want the emotions to hold me back once the match started.
“As I sat there, memories of my journey flashed in my mind. I reminded myself that my playing career was over, and I needed to focus on my business.
“It’s my laptop wallpaper now, a reminder that ‘Sree, your career as a player is over.’”
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