C’Wealth Games: Dhananjay Mahadik’s poster applauded by supporters

In what turned out to be a rare gesture in Indian sport, national hockey team’s young centre back Dhananjay Mahadik carried a poster acknowledging the crowd support after their 0-8 drubbing at the hands of Australia in the final of the Commonwealth Games, today.

“Thank You All For Your Kind Support” read the poster which Mahadik held aloft as he took a lap of honour along with his teammates at the end of the final.

His gesture was received very well by the spectators as they gave a standing ovation despite an embarrassing defeat in the finals.

Normally, sports personalities are seen acknowledging the crowd support after tournaments but never has any Indian sportsperson carried a poster.

“It was a decision by the team. The crowd has been tremendous and been right behind us during the tournament. This is our way of acknowledging our fans for the great support that we have got,” coach Jose Brasa stated.

There were large crowds at the Dhyan Chand National Stadium in each and every India match. People from all walks of life have thronged the stadium to support the national team.