If I, being a mother of two, can win a medal, so can you all. Take me as an example and don't give up, — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I miss my kids, and they miss me. It's very difficult, but I have to do it for my country and fulfill my dreams… — Mary Kom Copy Share
I loved playing in the fields back home and racing with my fellow students on the way to school. — Mary Kom Copy Share
Watching boxer Dingko Singh's performance at the Asian Games, Bangkok, where he won gold, was the defining moment. I was 15 and enjoyed sports… — Mary Kom Copy Share
When I started boxing, people laughed at me and said, 'What can women do in boxing?' I took it as a challenge. If men… — Mary Kom Copy Share
In Manipur, mostly the top player's family background is very poor. I also come from a poor family, so we have to do more… — Mary Kom Copy Share
The incentive of a medal at the biggest sporting arena in the world is what drives me. Before I hang my gloves, I want… — Mary Kom Copy Share
I'm grateful to the state and central government for all their support for my academy. — Mary Kom Copy Share
Like every other athlete, I always dreamt of playing at the Olympics, and it feels really good to see that dream materialize. — Mary Kom Copy Share
It's a punishment game... only two boxers get in the ring. So when we get in the ring and we're not angry, then you're… — Mary Kom Copy Share
The boys, they are laughing: 'Oh, you are boxing. Very funny.' But I always challenge when people are laughing - 'I'll show you one… — Mary Kom Copy Share
