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In India, Many Top Athletes Are Working On The Railroad
February 9, 2010
– New York Times
Cricket is a national obsession in India. Its stars dominate the headlines and devour almost all the sponsorship deals. Aspiring Olympians can find financial support harder to come by.
Historically, the government offered little help, and corporations were reluctant to sponsor those who competed in obscure sports. This reality led many athletes to a surprising destination: jobs with the Indian railway.