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The world's biggest two-wheeler Hero Honda will be the title sponsors of the hockey World Cup to be hosted by Delhi in March 2010. The declaration was made at a sparkling ceremony on Monday, in the existence of International Hockey Federation head Leandro Negre, India Association head Suresh Kalmadi, Hockey India head A K Mattoo and the 1975 World Cup-winning associates of the Indian team.
The Hockey World Cup is the most imperative event in the game of hockey. Mr. Leandro Negre, FIH head, who was present on the event, said, India is one of the most important members of the FIH family. The FIH hopes that hosting the 2010 World Cup will give a wonderful boost to Indian hockey.
He said I believe that the support of Hero Honda - which is one of the most noticeable brands committed to the promotion of sports in India - will significantly contribute not only to the success of the World Cup, but also to the growth of hockey in the country.
Munjal said hockey is still followed keenly in India. Hockey has gone through many trials and troubles in the past time. But the sport still holds a position of pride in the heart of Indian. Organize the Hockey World Cup in India will rejuvenate hockey in india and revive the passion for it.
Indian Olympic Association head Suresh Kalmadi, who was also there on the occasion, said: "The World Cup 2010 will serve as an best preparatory platform for the Commonwealth Games, to be take place in India in the same year. The tournament will sign an exciting year in Indian sport. The World Cup trophy was also showed here. It is a gold and silver trophy with an elaborate flowery design.
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