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Savita Punia: Seniority means instant performance scrutiny
Indian hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia says her seniority invites immediate performance scrutiny. The 2011 senior debutant told Deccan Herald she must work extra hard every day because of the added responsibility. At…
The Story in Brief
Indian hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia says her seniority invites immediate performance scrutiny. The 2011 senior debutant told Deccan Herald she must work extra hard every day because of the added responsibility. At 34, she remains India's first-choice goalkeeper ahead of the Asian Games defence. Her comments come as the team prepares for a packed international calendar.
The Indian Opinion
The pressure on senior athletes is real, but narratives that pit experience against youth miss the point. Savita's frank admission is not a complaint; it is a standard of accountability that every senior should embrace. The real test is whether Indian hockey's support system gives her the tools to keep delivering, not just the scrutiny.
Source: deccanherald.com
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