National Senior Athletics Federation Competition: Vijender Singh criticised the Punjab government for celebrating sprinter Gurindervir Singh’s achievements only after his record-breaking success, saying athletes need support during their struggles rather than after they win medals and recognition.
Referring to Gurindervir’s recent interview, the Olympic medallist claimed the runner himself had admitted that he neither received access to a national-level stadium nor proper support from the government despite being given a government job.
“The Punjab government has now come forward to take credit for Gurindervir Singh, but if you listen to his interview, he clearly says that he neither got a national-level stadium nor proper support from the government. They gave him a government job, but then sent him on duty without providing the right environment for practice and preparation. But the moment Gurindervir broke the national record, everyone rushed to take credit. Athletes don’t need support after winning — they need support during their struggle," Vijender Singh posted on X.
