Ignace Tirkey
Field Hockey
India
| Full Name | Ignacious 'Ignace' Tirkey |
| Profession / Role | Fullback |
| Date of Birth | 10 May, 1981 |
Born on 10th May 1981, Ignacious ("Ignace") Tirkey is an Indian field hockey player.
His Achievements:-
- Ignace gave his crucial contribution to the team 'Chennai Veerans' win the Muruguppa Gold Cup in 2001, held in Chennai.
- Also contributed his best to the team in winning the 2002 National Games in India that took place in Hyderabad
- Won the 2003 Men’s Hockey Asia Cup event with the team that was held in Kuala Lumpur
- Received the “Ekalavya Puraskar” in the year 2003
- Bestowed with the “Sportsman of the Year” award in 2004
- Recognized as a crucial member of the Indian team that was ranked 7th at the Summer Olympics of 2004, held in Athens
- Received the prestigious Arjuna Award by the Government of India in 2009
- Received the fourth highest civilian honor "Padma Shri" by the Government of India in 2010
Updated On : 25 Nov, 2021
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