Women of today are making their mark in every field. Sports, for instance, were considered to be a men's arena. However, modern Indian women have erased those boundaries and are pacing towards making strides that are globally renowned. 

If you spot a sports talent in your wife, sister, or daughter, it's time to encourage them to shine in it. This Women's Day, inspire your women of life with these 10 women role models from India in the field of sports. All these female sportspersons proved that talent and hard work know no gender but only commitment and dedication. 

� Saina Nehwal (Badminton) - The pride of India in shuttle badminton, Saina inspires millions of youth across the nation. She is the recipient of the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan for her achievements in sports indicating how women can thrive in sports with zeal and hardwork. 

� Geeta Phogat (Wrestling) - Geeta proved that wrestling is not just for men. Hailing from a rural background never stopped Geeta from proving her mettle in wrestling. She won a gold medal in wrestling at the Commonwealth Games (2010). 

� Sakshi Malik (Wrestling) - Winning the Rio Olympics is not a cakewalk. And Sakshi Malik achieved it. She is yet another example that women can succeed in wrestling provided they work towards it.

� PV Sindhu (Badminton) - Sindhu is a household name today in India. Since her childhood, she has received intense training and motivation from her parents, which drove her towards global success in badminton. 

� Deepika Kumari (Archery) - History has it how ancient Indian queens mastered archery. In modern India, Deepika Kumari realized it again. She is one among the top five global women archers. 

� Sania Mirza (Tennis) - Sania Mirza continues to ace in Tennis even after turning into a mom. She has many accomplishments in her sports career which puts her on the map of top female sportspersons of India. 

� Mary Kom (Boxing) - Mary Kom is an inspiration to many Indian women. She proved that women are no lesser to men and can make wonders if rightly supported. She has won laurels for India at international competitions and is still continuing to do so. 

� Mithali Raj (Cricket) - If cricket became a popular name amongst women, all kudos to Mithali Raj. She has created her own records in cricket that would inspire many young female cricketers for the generations to come. 

� Dipa Karmakar (Gymnastics) - Succeeding in gymnastics needs intense dedication. And Dipa Karmakar proved that women abound. Dipa showed the world how women can shine in sports if they are strong willed and committed. 

� Tania Sachdev (Chess) - Chess is a game of brains. And Tania proved that women are no less capable. She actually proved that women's mental strength is always higher than men, which in fact is. She is a leading Chess presenter and commentator besides being a successful business woman. 

Conclusion: 

On this Women's Day, motivate the women of your life to bring out their best talent and shine in them. Encourage them with special Women's Day gifts with a motivating personalised message that reminds them how capable they are. Happy Women's Day to everyone.