Hima Das

I love Messi. I also derive inspiration from the god of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar.

I have the love and blessings of Indians and my family and I have faith in my own hard work and training. That is all I need.

I only think of my practice and running as fast as I can.

Wherever they send us to practice, we will go.

I don't think about being a star or anything, or even changes in life; it is not something that bothers me.

If you ask me, everything... every event that takes place changes your life.

Everybody has difficulties in life. But if you have to win something for the country, you have to struggle.

We are human beings, at the end of the day. Success and failure are a part and parcel of our life.

I am living a dream.

I am fortunate to be on board with one of India's top sports management group.

My focus is on training and championships. I will look at business after retirement... maybe 20 years later.

I am a positive person, and I want to look ahead in life and do something for my parents and the country.