Dutee Chand

It is not written anywhere that one cannot join politics while playing. There were instances of several successful sportsperson who have excelled…

— Dutee Chand

Participation in international events has given me a lot of experience.

— Dutee Chand

In India, tradition is paramount. Husband-wife relationship is okay. They do not allow girls to go out.

— Dutee Chand

Didn't Virat Kohli fall in love and still perform? If he can, why can't I?

— Dutee Chand

I used to run barefoot, wearing a frock. During the rains, I used to run on stones and puddles.

— Dutee Chand

I know people started suspecting whether I was a woman or a man. All the honour I earned - I lost.

— Dutee Chand

Every family goes through ups and downs. You may want a relationship with someone, which your family may not approve of but…

— Dutee Chand

When I came out, initially, I faced some mocking. For the first 10-15 days, sometimes when I was out in public, people…

— Dutee Chand

I believe nobody has the right to judge me as an athlete because of my decision to be with who I want.…

— Dutee Chand

Follow your heart, and don't be subservient to anyone. Shut out the world, and only listen to your heart to fulfill your…

— Dutee Chand

My story is very long. And for somebody to write a good story, one needs a good writer, too.

— Dutee Chand

There are some athletes who don't like me.

— Dutee Chand

All bodies can't be same, my body will react differently tours.

— Dutee Chand

Gold medal always feels great. In fact, any appreciation or acknowledgement is a great morale booster.

— Dutee Chand

Just like any other human being is concerned about his or her personal life, I also need to think about my personal…

— Dutee Chand

I want to be able to serve people. For that it's important that I'm with them, among them and working for them.

— Dutee Chand

When I am on the track, I get the greatest joy by running the fastest.

— Dutee Chand

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

— Dutee Chand

My friends at PeTA India and I encourage everyone to treat animals with kindness and respect, just as we all want to…

— Dutee Chand

I think people will see my medals and my performance for my country and not what I do off the field. They…

— Dutee Chand

I've gone through a lot in my life, I have seen a lot of struggles and difficulties. I have braved it all…

— Dutee Chand

I have watched a documentary on Caster Semenya. I am inspired by how she made a comeback.

— Dutee Chand

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

— Dutee Chand

I am sure my association with a big brand like PUMA is really going to help me in the long run.

— Dutee Chand

It wasn't an easy journey to participating in the Olympics. It has taken me 14 years of training and hard work.

— Dutee Chand