World Cup setback fuelled the gold run in Asian Games: Shilanand Lakra

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India's men's hockey team transformed their World Cup disappointment into a golden opportunity at the Asian Games.

Learning from past mistakes was crucial, as underlined by Shilanand Lakra, who pointed out the vital role of teamwork and steady progress.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 03:08:40 UTC.

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