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Manpreet Singh eyes World Cup glory after historic 413th cap milestone

Manpreet Singh eyes World Cup glory after historic 413th cap milestone

Fresh off becoming India’s most-capped men’s hockey player with 413 international appearances, veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh made it clear that the landmark achievement is not the finish line but another milestone in a journey still driven by bigger ambitions: winning the FIH Hockey World Cup and pursuing Olympic gold. Addressing the media during a press conference arranged by Hockey India after surpassing Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey’s long-standing record of 412 caps, Manpreet reflected on his remarkable 15-year international career, the sacrifices behind his longevity, and the goals that continue to fuel him at the age of 33. While the record places him among the sport’s greatest-ever players, Manpreet insisted that his focus remains firmly on team success. “My dream has always been to play for India and win medals for the country. We have won Olympic bronze medals, but the hunger is still there. I haven’t won the World Cup yet, and Olympic gold remains a dream. Those are the things that continue to motivate me every day,” he said. With the FIH Hockey …