Dutee Chand

“Finalising an actress is the job of the producer and director. It usually happens only after they are ready with a story.”

“When I won medals, I think I was doing something for my employers also. I am making them proud.”

“The Khelo India University Games is a great way to unearth talent in this country.”

“I will try hard to win more medals for the country and make India proud.”

“I never stopped believing in myself. I had faith in my god.”

“In 100m, the timings fluctuate.”

“When I participated in Rio Olympics in 2016, I failed to grab a medal. But it was a learning experience.”

“My parents are weavers. They worked very hard to give us our daily food.”

“It feels great to be associated with PUMA.”

“Every family goes through ups and downs. You may want a relationship with someone, which your family may not approve of but they don't stop loving you.”

“We all have the right to be happy and to love someone without any inhibitions.”

“My focus will always be my athletic career and winning more medals for the country.”

“As a kid, I didn't even know what non-vegetarian food is because we never had it prepared in our house.”

“I would urge youngsters to pick up a sport while pursuing your studies as it will keep you fit and you could make your country proud in the field of sports.”

“I can't spend my life worrying about others.”

“Olympics is the ultimate target and I could not do well in the 2016 Games.”

“An award or an honour from the government is always welcomed any time.”

“I believe nobody has the right to judge me as an athlete because of my decision to be with who I want. It is a personal decision, which should be respected.”

“My family has always been very supportive of me and my choice of sport.”

“People study and play sports side by side. So, most of the talent exists in schools and universities.”