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International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram and French Hockey Federation chief Isabelle Jouin honoured the Indian men's hockey team during the global governing body's Congress for winning bronze at the Paris Olympics. 

 

The prestigious award was received by Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh during the ceremony. 

 

"We extend our heartfelt gratitude to FIH for this wonderful recognition, making the 100th year of international hockey even more special for India," HI said in a release. 

 

The Indian team had clinched a second successive bronze medal at the Paris Olympics for the first time in 52 years with a thrilling 2-1 win over Spain in August this year.  

A proud moment for Indian hockey!

During the FIH Congress in its centennial year, International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram and French Hockey Federation President Isabelle Jouin honored Hockey India with a special award, recognizing our Men's Team's historic… pic.twitter.com/leBYzG2lqT

— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) November 8, 2024