The DLF Sports Excellence Programme is a Sports Promotion initiative of DLF Foundation designed to nurture and support promising young athletes across India.
The programme encourages talented boys and girls to pursue nationally recognised sports as a professional career by providing structured financial assistance, expert guidance, and access to quality training resources. Through sustained support, the Foundation aims to enable young sportspersons to achieve excellence and represent India on national and international platforms.
Nationally recognised sports such as Squash, Archery, Badminton, Athletics, Wrestling, Weightlifting, Hockey, Table Tennis, Tennis, Boxing, Shooting, Swimming, and Taekwondo continue to gain momentum in India. These disciplines contribute to global sporting success, fosters discipline, resilience, and holistic youth development.
With India’s expanding footprint at international events including the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and the Olympics, increasing numbers of young athletes aspire to compete at elite levels. However, limited access to professional coaching, quality sports equipment, training infrastructure, and financial resources continues to pose challenges particularly for talented athletes from underrepresented and economically weaker backgrounds.
The DLF Sports Excellence Programme addresses these challenges by offering structured, need-based support to emerging athletes.
The programme provides:
Financial assistance to remove barriers and help athletes focus on their sport and education
Access to elite mentors who provide personalized guidance and accelerate athletic growth
Top-tier sports gear and facilities designed to optimize performance and training
Competitive exposure and opportunities to showcase skills on prestigious stages
Comprehensive support covering physical, mental, and personal growth of athletes
By strengthening the ecosystem around young sportspersons, the Foundation ensures that financial or infrastructural constraints do not hinder sporting potential.
An emerging athlete under the DLF Foundation’s Sports Excellence Programme, Geeta is steadily advancing in Taekwondo through discipline, focus, and a strong commitment to excellence. She has represented herself at national and international levels, securing podium finishes that reflect her growing capabilities and competitive strength.
Through sustained support from the Programme, she is enhancing her strengths and expanding her skill set, contributing to her overall personal growth and preparing her to compete on larger platforms.
With access to structured training and competitive exposure, she continues to strengthen her skills and overall performance. The Programme continues to support her journey, enabling her to progress towards higher levels of competition.
Priya, a dedicated and passionate athlete, currently pursuing a master’s in physical education, brings a strong academic foundation alongside her sporting ambitions. She has demonstrated success in both sports and education, reflecting a well-rounded and disciplined approach to her journey.
She has competed in multiple international tournaments, securing several accolades, including gold medals at the WT President’s Cup and the Oceania Open, along with multiple silver and bronze medals across global competitions.
Through structured training and enhanced competitive exposure, she continues to build confidence and refine her performance. The Programme plays a pivotal role in supporting her journey, enabling her to advance towards higher levels of competition.
Ritu, a committed Taekwondo athlete supported under the DLF Foundation’s Sports Excellence Programme, continues to demonstrate determination, discipline, and a strong focus on excellence in her sporting journey. Alongside her dedication to the sport, she maintains a consistent approach towards her education, reflecting a balanced and focused mindset.
She has delivered notable performances at leading international tournaments, securing multiple gold medals, including at the WT President’s Cup, Oceania Open, and the Korean Ambassador’s Cup World Championship, along with several silver and bronze medals across global competitions.
With continuous access to professional training and competitive platforms, she is steadily enhancing her technical abilities and overall performance. The Programme remains instrumental in supporting her development, enabling her to strengthen her capabilities and compete with confidence at higher levels.
13-year-old twin athletes Ram and Shyam Shukla are emerging talents in Indian Taekwondo, demonstrating remarkable discipline, resilience, and competitive excellence from a young age.
Training at Warriors Academy, Delhi since 2021, the brothers have steadily progressed from local tournaments to district, state, and national championships. Their dedication and consistent performance have earned them recognition across multiple competitive platforms.
Shyam has secured multiple gold and silver medals in CBSE, SGFI, and Taekwondo championships between 2023 and 2025. Ram has achieved several podium finishes from 2022 to 2025, including a Silver medal at the Punjab Selection Trial for Malaysia.
Supported under the DLF Sports Excellence Programme, the twins benefit from structured coaching, competitive exposure, and performance-focused development support. Their journey reflects the programme’s commitment to nurturing high-potential athletes and empowering them to pursue national and international excellence.
Young squash prodigy Aradhana Singh continues to make India proud with her outstanding performances on the international stage. At the Croatian Junior Open in Zagreb, Aradhana delivered a stellar performance, defeating Maria Metelescu of Romania to claim the prestigious Under-15 title.
Supported by the DLF Sports Excellence Programme, Aradhana has emerged as a formidable talent in global junior squash, demonstrating exceptional skill, composure, and competitive spirit beyond her years.
Her consistent international achievements highlight her dedication, discipline, and potential to become one of India’s leading squash athletes.
“Winning the Croatian Junior Open holds a special place in my heart. I’ve put in so much effort to achieve this, and I am grateful to the DLF Foundation for being by my side. Their support has opened doors for me to travel, train more effectively, and compete with some of the best players in the world. I feel fortunate and proud to represent India.”
Aradhana Singh
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