Shiva Keshavan in boycott, poor finish

Keshavan was slated to be India8217;s flag-bearer, but was said to be shocked when he was informed of 8220;a change in plan8221; at the last minute before last night8217;s ceremony in Turin. He boycotted the ceremony as a sign of protest against the officials who have 8220;always discouraged me from continuing the sport and disclaiming responsibility for any training and travelling expenses and eventual mishaps and nonetheless shamelessly showing up to the Olympic village upon my qualification.8221;8217;

Without naming the Winter Games Federation of India, he also alleged that the officials were responsible for stealing and diverting funds sanctioned for him for personal gain.

8220;The incompetence of the organising personnel that have done nothing to provide the basic services needed for athletes for the Olympic Games8221; had forced him to take the step, he said in a statement.