We have the best chance of winning more medals in Tokyo: Satheesha Rai

Source From: IANS 2021-07-21 16:49:12

Arjuna awardee weightlifter Satheesha Rai, who came up with his second-best performance at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, says that the Indian contingent in Tokyo has the best chance of winning more medals for the country.
"I expect maximum medals this time in weightlifting, shooting, archery, hockey, boxing and wrestling. The government has taken special care of athletes. Our athletes have trained abroad all this while, "The address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the contingent before it left for Tokyo will go a long way in boosting the morale of sportspersons," feels Rai.



Rai began his sporting career during college days. "I was an athlete and practiced long-distance running initially. I became the national champion in weightlifting 14 times. Later, I was supported by the Sports Authorities of India (SAI). I joined the banking services in 1994 and I did not even go to the bank for attendance. They gave me full support (during playing days). Alva's Sports Foundation has also given me financial aid," he says.