Sports held a special place for me
during my school days. I was more inclined towards athletics than any other
specific sport or individual activity. The annual sports meet was always
something to look forward to, and winning prizes brought immense joy and pride.
However, after leaving school, my
relationship with sports changed. Participation gradually gave way to
observation. Today, sports have become something I watch and admire rather than
actively take part in.
Among the sports I enjoy as a
spectator, cricket takes first place, followed closely by tennis. I have been a
big fan of cricketers like Mohammad Azharuddin, Manoj Prabhakar, Waqar Younis,
Robin Singh, Shane Warne, and Ajay Jadeja. In tennis, my admiration has always
been for legends like Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi,
and Michael Chang.
During those years, Doordarshan’s
live telecasts of major tournaments like Wimbledon, the Australian Open, and
the French Open made the experience unforgettable. Whether it was grass or
clay, the thrill of watching tennis legends battle it out was unmatched.
Cricket, on the other hand, gave
me countless memorable moments. The batting of Azharuddin and Jadeja,
especially during tense chases of difficult targets, often turned matches into
nail-biting spectacles. Sitting as part of the audience, I felt every
emotion—from anticipation to exhilaration.
Sports may have shifted in my life
from active participation to passionate following, but the joy and excitement
they bring remain unchanged.
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