The 2004 Olympic Qualifier was held in Madrid.
India’s first step towards Madrid turned into a controversy. In fact, this event was known for leaving Dhanraj Pillay not called for the preparatory camp. It resulted in a nationwide protest. Television channels started showing protest taking place in every sporting centres.
He had been brought into the picture, but after the Qualifier.
But at Madrid, without Dhanraj Pillay, the team struggled before barely making it to Athens, defeating both Malaysia and Canada on its way.
Baljit Singh Dhillon led India
2004 Madrid Qualifier
15 drew Belgium 1-1 League
16 defeat Malaysia 5-3 League
17 lost to Pakistan 3-5 League
18 defeat New Zealand 2-0 League
19 defeat Canada 6-4 League
20 lost to Holland 2-4 Semifinal
21 lost to Pakistan 2-4 Match 4 Bronze
First seven ranked teams qualified