Sachin to leave for Rio on Aug 2

23 July, New Delhi

In a bid to boost the morale of the Indian athletes for the upcoming Olympic games, Godwill ambassador Sachin Tendulkar will depart for Rio de Janeiro on Aug 2.

According to sources, President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach had invited the master blaster along with several other global personalities for the mega games.

Recently, Sachin has taken Vaccination against the yellow fever in a hospital in Mumbai, which is considered crucial ahead of touring countries like Brazil and other South American countries. Notably, Brazil is under the influence of yellow fever.

It is also being expected that Sachin’s tour to Rio will brighten the hopes for the inclusion of Cricket in Olympics 2024.