London Olympics hockey qualifying events to be sponsored by Hero MotoCorp

One among the world's largest two wheeler company and India's largest two wheeler manufacturers will be the sponsor for the men's and women's hockey events Feb 18-26 in Delhi for the 2012 London Olympics.

The qualifiers will feature six teams in both categories for two Olympic berths in the mega sporting event scheduled for July. This sponsorship will surely bring Hero company in limelight globally.



Hero MotoCorp Ltd Managing Director and CEO Pawan Munjal was quoted as saying "Hockey, being the national sport of the country, holds a special place in our hearts. We are pleased to partner with FIH in presenting the Hero FIH Road to London Olympic Hockey Qualifiers."

He added that "I am sure there are millions of hockey fans across the country who want to see a revival of the glorious hockey days of yore. We, therefore, consider it an absolute privilege to be playing our small role in reigniting the passion and popularity of hockey in the country."