Indian women’s hockey forward Deepika has won the Poligras Magic Skill Award 2024-25 for her spectacular solo goal against the world No. 1 Netherlands in the FIH Hockey Pro League. The award, decided by a global fan vote held from July 4 to 13, celebrates moments of individual brilliance in hockey.

Deepika’s winning goal came in February during the Bhubaneswar leg of the Pro League. In the 35th minute, she dribbled down the left flank, skillfully weaving past Dutch defenders, lifted the ball over a stick, and scored from a tight angle to level the match at 2-2. India later won the match in a shootout at the Kalinga Stadium.

Other women nominated for the award included Spain’s Patricia Alvarez for her impressive 3D skills and goal against Australia, and the Australian women’s team for a well-coordinated team goal against England that involved five quick passes before a sharp finish.

In the men’s category, Belgium’s Victor Wegnez won the award for his excellent midfield play that led to a stunning team goal against Spain.