Even Enzo Ferrari was always talking about the Italian Grand Prix as THE grand prix,” said team principal Maurizio Arrivabene after Friday practice. Cricketers and other sports personalities took to social media and wished their fans on the festival. France wasn’t India’s first option as India headed into the home stretch of their preparations. He understands Indian wrestlers and culture as well. But, Shapovalov showed initiative in a scrappy second set, breaking to go 3-1 and then levelling the contest. Patna slowed down for a few minutes after that but were back in the game when they inflicted an all out in the 17th minute. So shoddy was WFI’s planning that two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar compared it to preparation for a state tournament. Delhi players have felt insecure about their spot in the team… A good player can’t be dropped. The veteran defender reminded the team of his scoring prowess by rising to meet a Toni Kroos free-kick and send a looping header beyond goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik. Former all-rounder Madan Lal has his fingers crossed before the start of the season.