One day the factory sports coach, who was very strict, pointed at four boys, including me, and ordered us to run in a race. I protested that I was weak and not fit to run, but the coach sent me for a physical examination and the doctor said that I was perfectly well. So I had to run, and when I got started I felt I wanted to win. But I only came in second. That was the way it started.

Sri Chinmoy brings Heaven to me. He inspires everyone to be happy. He deserves the biggest gold medal.

Great is the victory, but the friendship of all is greater.

A runner must run with dreams in his heart.

It is not necessary to smile and make a wonderful impression on the judges.

Men, today we die a little.

If you come to think of it, you never see deer, dogs and rabbits worrying about their menus and yet they run much faster than humans.