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InDepth headlines national business sports cricket regional entertainment technology world travel autos health | in-depth coverage > Olympic Games 2004 > Olympics: India seeking to finish on a winning note in hockey 18.43 IST 26th Aug 2004 By IndiaExpress Bureau Having being snubbed into a state of shock by their pathetic performance, a completely demoralised India will be seeking to round off their disastrous Olympic campaign with a face-saving victory against South Korea in the final classification match in Athens tomorrow. The Indians, who had talked of making it to the semi-finals before the Olympics, are now fighting for the seventh place in what has been a highly forgettable tournament for the team, struggling to find any kind of form. Not only have they failed to secure a berth in the semi-finals but the 0-3 defeat at the hands of traditional rivals Pakistan yesterday has also shattered their hopes of making it to the prestigious Champions trophy hockey tournament. While the Indians have no option but to play for lesser positions, defending champions the Netherlands will seek to retain the title for a record third consecutive time when they lock horns with Australia, in what promises to be a thrilling final tomorrow. The Indians have not only looked disjointed but have not learnt from the mistakes as the players keep committing the same mistakes in every match to continue their downward slide. The new coach Gerhard Rach is at his wits end to bring the best of a talented set of players who have for some strange reason failed in virtually every department of the game, except for goalkeeper Adrian D'Souza, who has been the saving grace. in-depth coverage > Olympic Games 2004 > |
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