New Delhi, Aug. 28 -- Ahead of National Sports Day, Indian athletes Jemimah Rodrigues, Axar Patel, Praveen Chithravel and Yamini Mourya looked back at the early days of their sporting journeys, reflecting on the lessons, challenges and experiences that shaped their careers, according to a press release from the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS).

India's sporting journey has grown from the legacy of legends like Major Dhyan Chand to athletes making their mark across various disciplines. Behind every medal is a journey that begins with young athletes discovering their passion for sport long before fame and recognition.

Jemimah Rodrigues, Axar Patel, Praveen Chithravel and Yamini Mourya look back at the beginning of their journeys and answe...