Three time hockey gold medalist, Indian sports legend Balbir Singh Sr passes away at the age of 95
Darpan News Desk Darpan, 26 May, 2020 05:20 AM
Sardar with a golden touch - Darpan pays tribute to his legacy by looking at the highlights of his career. A sad day for the world of sports and an outpouring of emotional tributes for Indian hockey great Balbir Singh Sr who gave India its only World Cup til date in 1975. A three time gold medalist and one of best hockey players of his time is being deeply missed in Canada, India, and around the world.
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