"One of the redeeming things about being an athlete is redefining what is humanly possible." Lance Armstrong might have said these words, but this implies to every sportsman. India has time and again produced many word- class players. Many of such distinguished achievers have been from Delhi like Virender Sehwag, Ashish Nehra.

Delhi has been a venue for many national and international events. The Jawharlal Nehru Stadium and the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium are one of the largest sports complexes in South Asia. Feroz Shah Kotla is renowned for many great matches played. Many big and small stadiums across the city have a distinction of producing many famous sports personalities. The Ambedkar Stadium at Delhi Gate is renowned for football. This fascinating city accommodates all sports. A few distinguished stadiums in Delhi are as follows: -

• Feroz Shah Kotla (Cricket)

Bahadur Shah Zhafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002

Kotla staged its first Test in the 1948-49 when the mighty West Indies under John Goddard took on India for a five Test series and the ground has produced some really good performances. In 1969-70, Bedi and Prasanna combined to spin India to a famous seven wicket win over Australia, the duo picking 18 wickets between themselves. Feroz shah Kotla has also been a batsmen's paradise with many premiere teams of the world scoring a lot of runs. Despite all these events, the crowning glory of all the feats at the Kotla came about when Anil Kumble became the second bowler in Test history to capture all ten wickets against Pakistan.

• Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Athletics)

Lodi Colony, Near C.G.O. Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi

One of the pillars of sports in the entire region .Spread over 100 acres, it has been the venue for several international sporting events .4 flood-lit towers providing 1,500 lux illumination - 1,200 lux of vertical illumination. With an awesome warm up area, 4-lane 400 meter synthetic track, this provides athletes with breathtaking fervor.

• DDA Siri Fort Sports Complex (Badminton, Squash, Weightlifting)

This stadium provides the sportsman with a huge variety. The main Play Area has 4 Badminton Courts. Excellent warm up facilities are available. Other facilities like Medical/Doping/Physiotherapy,AthletesLounge, Commonwealth Family Area, Sponsor's are also available. An excellent parking area of 500 vehicles is also available.

• Yamuna Sports Complex (Boxing, Wrestling)

The main arena can be alienated in two halves by a retractable sound-proof and fire-proof curtain. With two main rings and a playing field of 150m* 70m playing field for rugby, this stadium guarantees a divine experience.

• Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium (Volley Ball, Badminton and Gymnastic etc.)

IP Estate, New Delhi 110002

This glorious dome can be divided in 2 equal halves by a retractable sound-proof, fire-proof synthetics wall. This mammoth stadium can coduct two sports tournaments simultaneously .Each half has the following: 6 change rooms, 4 V.I.P areas, Media Room, Medical Room.

• Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium (Hockey)

India Gate, New Delhi

• Ambedkar Stadium (Football)

Delhi Gate, New Delhi - 110002

• Shivaji Stadium (Hockey)

Bhagat Singh Marg, Near Gole Market, New Delhi 110001

• Talkatora Indoor Stadium (Basket Ball, Table Tennis)

Willingdon Crescent Road, New Delhi 1100

• DLTA Court (Tennis)

Hauz Khas, New Delhi