Published: Jul 23, 2016, 09:08 AM (IST)
Edited: Jul 23, 2016, 09:18 AM (IST)
Indian legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is one of the renowned names across the globe when it comes to sports. He is the most worshiped cricketer in India and on this occasion Tendulkar has received an invitation by the International Olympic committee president Thomas Bach to travel to the Rio Olympics 2016. Tendulkar is also an Olympic Association goodwill ambassador. Many other sports personalities across the globe have also received an invitation and this is also the first occasion, where Tendulkar will be spotted at the Summer Olympics. He is expected to leave for Rio de Janeiro in the first week of August. Also Read: When a waiter’s ‘faith’ triumphed over Sachin Tendulkar’s ‘overconfidence’
A source close to Tendulkar told Indian Express, “This will be Tendulkar’s first visit to the Olympics games. He would be leaving for Rio de Janeiro on 2nd August; during his visit he would also be meeting the Indian contingent to wish them well for the games.” READ MORE: Look who is set to appear in world of digital gaming
Tendulkar will be bonding with the Indian squad and motivate them for the high-voltage event. The Rio Olympics commences from August 5 and the Indian athletes will certainly be looking to make India proud at the prestigious event.
