My family has always been very supportive of me and my choice of sport. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Athletics is not like cricket; we feed on the competition and that makes us bring out the best in us. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Athletes from rural areas are getting a chance to showcase their talent through the Khelo India Games. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
It is the dream of every athlete to qualify and compete in the Olympics and I am no different. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Any recognition by the government for your performance and achievements always boosts the confidence of an athlete. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
My God showed me that I had the ability to make my family and my country proud. That's why I concentrated on… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Every professional athlete has fear, doubts and negative thoughts. But people expect you to just ignore them and move forward. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
As an athlete, there are limits to my ability to reach out, a platform that politics can offer. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
People study and play sports side by side. So, most of the talent exists in schools and universities. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
I would urge youngsters to pick up a sport while pursuing your studies as it will keep you fit and you could… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
My sister was an athlete. Every time she came home during her break, I would accompany her. Initially, I took part in… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
It is not written anywhere that one cannot join politics while playing. There were instances of several successful sportsperson who have excelled… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
The kids who take up athletics actually come from modest to poor backgrounds. They make it on their own steam; some of… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Group events like cricket, football and kabaddi have private leagues, which are all being played for money. There are no such events… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
The Odisha government is supporting the sports circuit very well. Athletes are getting jobs in the government sector and they are providing… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
I believe nobody has the right to judge me as an athlete because of my decision to be with who I want.… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
When my elder sister decided to pursue sports, she faced a lot of music at home. We didn't have a TV in… — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
If any athlete is doing well, then it's the responsibility of the government to support the athlete. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Even through sports, I have been serving the country. But later, I want to join politics. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
Olympics is the ultimate target and I could not do well in the 2016 Games. — Dutee Chand Copy Share Image
It is not written anywhere that one cannot join politics while playing. There were instances of several successful sportsperson who have excelled in politics,… — Dutee Chand Copy Share
In India, tradition is paramount. Husband-wife relationship is okay. They do not allow girls to go out. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
I used to run barefoot, wearing a frock. During the rains, I used to run on stones and puddles. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
I know people started suspecting whether I was a woman or a man. All the honour I earned - I lost. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
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… — Dutee Chand Copy Share
When I came out, initially, I faced some mocking. For the first 10-15 days, sometimes when I was out in public, people would shout… — Dutee Chand Copy Share
I believe nobody has the right to judge me as an athlete because of my decision to be with who I want. It is… — Dutee Chand Copy Share
Follow your heart, and don't be subservient to anyone. Shut out the world, and only listen to your heart to fulfill your dreams. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
My story is very long. And for somebody to write a good story, one needs a good writer, too. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
Gold medal always feels great. In fact, any appreciation or acknowledgement is a great morale booster. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
Just like any other human being is concerned about his or her personal life, I also need to think about my personal life. — Dutee Chand Copy Share
