Wrestler Bajrang Punia, who will lead India’s challenge in the Tokyo Olympics 65kg freestyle category, has found his own way to get inspired and motivated during Covid-19.

Punia, 27, who clinched gold at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta, doesn’t need a psychologist to enthuse him. “It was definitely a tough period. I never spent such a long time at home. But I kept myself motivated by reading books. My friends, partner, physio and coaches always motivated me. I don’t take help from a psychologist because I think I am lucky to have people who always motivate me. You should just be in a positive frame of mind, think about wise things, do good work and this will help you be positive all the time,” Punia said during a virtual press conference facilitated by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Saturday.