National Sports Day 2021: Inspirational Sports Quotes to Celebrate Rashtriya Khel Divas

National Sports Day is celebrated to honor national sports teams and icons of the country. It is celebrated every year on August 29. The legendary Indian hockey player Major Dhyan Chand was born on this day in the year 1905. He won gold medals at the Olympic Games in India in 1928, 1932 and 1936. To mark his achievements and contribution in the sports field, its anniversary is therefore celebrated as National Sports Day.

To celebrate Major Dhyan Chand’s birthday and observe National Sports Day 2021, we have put together a collection of inspirational and motivational sports related quotes. Here are some interesting quotes from some amazing Indian sportsmen

You miss 100% of the photos you never take – Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Gretzky is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player and former head coach. Nicknamed “the big one”, he is the only player to have scored 200 points in one season in the National Hockey League.

People throw stones at you and you turn them into milestones – Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar is one of the greatest drummers in cricket history. Also known as the “Little Master” or “Master Blaster”, he is the record holder for the most races in ODI and Test cricket. National Sports Day 2021 in India: How to celebrate Rashtriya Khel Divas online and offline on Major Dhyan Chand’s birthday.

Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Find out how to climb, cross or get around it – Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan is a former American professional basketball player. He played 15 seasons in the NBA, winning six championships with the Chicago Bulls. He is the principal owner and president of Charlotte Homets of the National Basketball Association and 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Never Buy Gold, Just Earn It – Mary Kom

Mary Kom is the only woman to win the six-time amateur boxing world championship, the only female boxer to have won a medal in each of the seven world championships, and the only female boxer to win eight world championship medals.

In life, there is nothing impossible; it’s always possible – Venus Williams

Venus Williams is considered one of the greatest in women’s tennis. She was ranked number one in the world. 1 for 19 weeks by the Women’s Tennis Association.

National Sports Day is not only observed in India but also among sports fans all over the world. By sharing these quotes from well known sports celebrities, you can celebrate National Sports Day 2021. I wish you a happy National Sports Day!

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