Indian hockey legend Ashok Kumar emphasizes the importance of winning medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics, stating that India's participation will be remembered better if athletes bring home medals. Reflecting on past Olympic heartbreaks, many Indian athletes and teams have narrowly missed podium finishes, such as the women's hockey team's loss to Great Britain at Tokyo 2020. The early history of India's Olympic participation includes Norman Pritchard's controversial 1900 medals, raising questions about his representation of India. India's golden era in hockey began in 1928, with a series of dominant performances culminating in a historic win against Britain in 1948. Stories of athletes like Jonathan Horton and Simone Manuel highlight the personal triumphs and challenges faced in pursuing Olympic glory.