Batting icon Sachin Tendulkar is confident that despite the initial slump, India will bounce back in the latter half of the Rio Olympics.
India are yet to win a medal and Sachin, who is the goodwill ambassador of the contingent, is still backing those in the fray.
"The first half has not gone according to our plan and expectations, but I am sure with our support things will change. I for sure will be with our athletes and back them especially when the chips are down," he said while speaking at a promotional event.
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He maintained that it was no joke to represent the country and we should be proud of those out in the field.
"Olympics is the biggest sporting event and athletes prepare themselves for years and years. After all these preparations, you lose by a fraction. There are ups and downs. Being a sportsperson myself I understand how disappointing it is sometimes when things don't go according to your plan. You are not always able to execute your plans because of unexpected challenges," he added.
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While the likes of Shobhaa De trying to pull athletes down on social media, a legend in his own right is standing by their side in this hour of need. Sachin once again proves why he is a Master Blaster off the field, as well as on it. With still over 2 weeks left in the Games, India have a chance to turn things around.