Hyderabad, July 16 -- Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday, July 16, said sports enthusiasts in the state should pursue a career in sports with genuine passion, asserting that without focus, excellence eludes any field, including sports.

The Chief Minister was speaking after the Hyderabad E-Champions, winners of the inaugural TG20 League, paid a courtesy call on him here. Reddy handed over cheques to the team, which was accompanied by badminton coach Pullela Gopichand.

Focus is key, says CM

Addressing the team, Reddy said his government had unveiled a vision to promote sports in the state and restore Hyderabad's standing as a venue for national-level sporting events, a status the city held years ago.

He said the newly ...