Balbir Singh Sr. passes away: Akshay Kumar mourns death of the hockey legend

Akshay Kumar is one of the few celebs who has always spoken up highly of sports in our country. The ace superstar has time and again given encouragement to sports other than cricket and also has been working hard towards the betterment of sportsperson’s lifestyles in India. Today, as the world mourns the death of the legendary hockey player Balbir Singh Sr., Akshay Kumar took to social media to offer his condolences to the great man.

Akshay took to Twitter and shared a picture with Balbir Singh Sr. Along with the picture, Akshay wrote, “Saddened to hear about the demise of hockey legend #BalbirSingh ji. Have had the good fortune of meeting him in the past, such an amazing personality! My heartfelt condolences to his family ?? (sic).” Have a look:

Saddened to hear about the demise of hockey legend #BalbirSingh ji. Have had the good fortune of meeting him in the past, such an amazing personality! My heartfelt condolences to his family 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/knjOq7VEav

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) May 25, 2020

Apart from Akshay Kumar many others from the sports fraternity also tweeted and offered their condolences to the family. Have a look:

Saddened to hear of the demise of one of India's most celebrated Olympians, Balbir Singh Sr. Athletes and role models such as him come very rarely, and it was an honour to know him, and I hope his example will continue to inspire athletes from around the world!

— Abhinav A. Bindra OLY (@Abhinav_Bindra) May 25, 2020

My deepest condolences to the family of the legend Balbir Singh ji. I have come close to meeting him so many times but always missed it. I was a big fan and was hoping to get a picture with him one day. Sadly he now resides in our memories only. Till we meet again. @BalbirSenior

— Heena SIDHU (@HeenaSidhu10) May 25, 2020

Very sad to hear of the demise of legendary Olympian Balbir Singh Sr, 3 time Olympic gold medallist. This was from my last meeting with him at Delhi. He was always smiling, so mentally alert and such a thorough gentleman. What a fine role model 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/Sn1wlgdEss

— Viren Rasquinha (@virenrasquinha) May 25, 2020

Saddened to hear of the passing of one of India's greatest sporting legends. A 3 time Olympic gold medallist, Padma Shri Balbir Singh ji will continue to be a beacon of light and source of inspiration for all of us.
Deepest condolences to his family.
🙏🏽

— Shiva Keshavan, OLY (@100thofasec) May 25, 2020

#BalBirSingh ji- A True Giant and a half in his field. Hockey legend out and out. Condolences 🙏 #BalbirSinghSenior pic.twitter.com/4xClWGmhkT

— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) May 25, 2020

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Balbir Singh Sr ji. An athlete par excellence and a role model beyond words! His bestowed hands may strengthen my passions more. My condolences to his family, friends and fans!#balbirsingh #Balbirhockey pic.twitter.com/figkm8ibBW

— P.T. USHA (@PTUshaOfficial) May 25, 2020

Bollywood Bubble also offers its deepest condolences to the deceased legendary hockey star. May his soul rest in peace.

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Prateek Sur

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