PM Modi consoles hockey team after heartbreaking loss to Australia

June 18, 2016 10:26

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday consoled the Indian men's hockey team after their heartbreaking loss to Australia in the Champions Trophy final.

He tweeted: "Congrats to our Hockey Team for a spirited performance in Champions Trophy finals. Their effort has been brilliant. We're proud of the team."

India muffed three tries in the title-deciding shootout to settle for a silver medal in the 36th Champions Trophy as they lost the final 1-3 against Australia in London.

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