In India’s historic 24–1 triumph over the USA that ensured their second consecutive Olympic gold medal in hockey, which Indian player netted an incredible 10 goals?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Roop Singh.
Roop Singh netted 10 goals in India's historic 24–1 triumph over the USA at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics. This match secured India's second consecutive Olympic gold medal in hockey, with his elder brother, Dhyan Chand, also scoring a remarkable eight goals in the same game.
- Roop Singh: The correct answer, he was the younger brother of Dhyan Chand and a star player who scored 10 goals in the final against the USA.
- Dhyan Chand: Known as the "Wizard of Hockey," he was a legendary player and captain who scored eight goals in the same match and was instrumental in India's dominance during the era.
- Balbir Singh Sr: A key player for India in a later era, he won three gold medals (1948, 1952, 1956) and was a significant figure in India's post-independence Olympic success.
- K.D. Singh Babu: Another important Indian hockey player, he was a former captain of the national team and was crucial to India's Olympic victories, though he did not score 10 goals in the 1932 game.