38 Quotes by Mary Kom

I had no support, no opportunity, no sponsors backing me for most of my career.

Never buy gold, simply earn it

The incentive of a medal at the biggest sporting arena in the world is what drives me. Before I hang my gloves, I want to win the Olympic medal, and my performance at London will decide my future in the sport.

Never buy gold, simply earn it.

The truth is, the harder you fight, the sweeter are the rewards in the end.

I have a very fit body and have never faced any major injury problems. So yes, the secret to my success is my fit body.

Every medal I have won is a story of a difficult struggle.

When I started boxing, people laughed at me and said, 'What can women do in boxing?' I took it as a challenge. If men can do it, why can't women? And I became a world champion before my marriage.

If I can achieve success, then anyone can.