"There won't be a vacuum. Someone will come in my place, for sure. All the sports are like that. Sachin Tendulkar was there and now there is Virat Kohli, and someone will take his place tomorrow. So, Sreejesh was there yesterday, but someone else will come and take his place tomorrow," the goalkeeping stalwart has said.

Though India has not yet won its first Gold at the 2024 Olympics, the hopes are high for Neeraj Chopra, Vinesh Phogat, and Avinash Sable. 

According to Airbnb, Indian travellers are not only focusing on Paris but also exploring locations across France such as Nice, Aubervilliers, Colombes, and Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine.

With spectators watching from the quays, 94 boats carrying national delegations will sail past the heart of the city where key games centres and arenas are located for athletes to test their skills and prowess against their competitors.

The games begin officially in Paris, France, from July 26 and end on August 11.