New Delhi/ Chandigarh, Jan 27 (ANI): Sportspersons on Tuesday expressed pride on being named by US President Barack Obama during his speech at Sirifort auditorium. Former Athelete Milkha Singh said that it is a matter of great honour that Obama is naming some sportspersons including him to boost their morale. Singh also said that such a thing is possible only because of PM Narendra Modi. Boxer Mary Kom said that she feels honoured to be one of the eminent sports personalities as to be remembered by the US President.