20/09/2017
PUNE: Pune’s
paper boy Akshay Mare, who used to
distribute newspapers in the slum area at Dandekar bridge, has been offered a
helping hand by Dorf Ketal Chemicals India Pvt Ltd to pursue his dreams. The
22-year-old was excited with the support and believes that it has been the most
motivating and encouraging gesture. In his interview with Ashish Phadnis, the
boxer says that he will put in his best efforts to make the country
proud.
Asking about what he feel after receiving the sponsorship,
Akshay said, “I don’t know what to say. This is very encouraging. I was forced
to skip my early morning training session, as I had to deliver newspapers
in my area. But now with this help, I can totally focus on my game and training
and I have already started working in three sessions. Nothing will come between
me and success and I will leave no stone unturned to make the country
proud. It is every player’s dream to get a proper sponsorship or a
permanent job, so that they can focus on the game rather than worry about the
financial problems. I would like to thank Hindustan Times for publishing a
story about me and giving me a chance to reach out to people who were ready to
help athletes like me.
Elaborating the sponsorship he added, to recover the body
loss, boxers need a heavy diet. So during the India camp, we used to get rich
diet. For breakfast, we used to get four-to-five boiled eggs, a bowl of
porridge with milk, two slices of buttered toast and fresh fruits. For lunch
and dinner, we would have boiled chicken or mutton, mixed vegetables, rice,
yogurt and more fruits. At regular intervals, chocolates, dry fruits and fresh
juices were provided. But at home, if I try to follow the same diet, I would
have to spend Rs.
1,000
per day which was not possible earlier. But now the sponsors are taking care of
it and it will definitely help me improve my performance. Now, I don’t have to
worry about my diet when I am at home.
Explaining about the other other expenses, Akshay said, “The
other main expenses will also be taken care of by Dorf Ketal. They have
presented me quality boxing gloves, which I was missing badly. Then, the second
most important thing is training. The company has assured me that they will
take care of my training as well. If I wanted to train in Bhiwani, they will
provide the needed support. This is very important. Getting proper diet,
training and exposure will surely bring the best out of me.”
Talking about his future plans, Akshay said, “Right now my aim
is to win a national gold medal. This will be my first step towards an
international career. With the company’s backing, I will definitely win several
medals for my country. Representing India at the Olympics and winning medals is
my ultimate aim.
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