Chennai: Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa said consistent training and giving one’s best can help anyone succeed, calling it a message that can inspire the younger generation.
He was speaking to reporters after the Tamil Nadu government honoured athletes who performed in the Asian Games and the Chess Olympiad. Chief Minister Vijay presented incentives to the achievers.
Praggnanandhaa, who won a silver medal at the Chess Olympiad held in Uzbekistan, received an incentive of Rs 15 lakh from the Chief Minister.
Expressing happiness, he said seeing sportspersons from different disciplines being recognised was encouraging. He also welcomed the government’s announcements of new schemes, noting that recognition is important and that such initiatives can motivate more athletes.
