New Delhi

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday congratulated the junior men's and women's hockey teams on their outstanding Asia Cup victories and said their dedication, discipline and teamwork have brought pride to the nation.

"It is heartening to see young players setting inspiring examples of channelling positive energy for excellence. My best wishes to all the young players for continued success in the future," she said in a post on X.

The Indian junior women's hockey team won the AHF Junior Asia Cup title by defeating China 1-0 in a closely fought summit clash on Sunday, qualifying for the Junior Women's Hockey World Cup.

"Heartiest congratulations to our Junior Men's and Women's Hockey Teams on their outstanding victories in the Asia Cup. Their dedication, discipline and teamwork have brought immense pride to the nation," the President said.

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India defended their men's Junior Asia Cup title with remarkable ease, winning the final against Korea 4-1 at Moqi (China) on Sunday to secure a place in the World Cup.