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Rahul Dravid Champions the Next Frontier in Performance Sports: The Critical Role of Oral Health for the Winning Edge

By ANI | Updated: November 5, 2025 18:10 IST

NewsVoirMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 5: In a recent episode of Breakfast with Champions, legendary cricketer and Head Coach ...

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 5: In a recent episode of Breakfast with Champions, legendary cricketer and Head Coach Rahul Dravid brought critical attention to an often-overlooked element of peak athletic preparation: oral health. Drawing on his experience at the highest level of competitive sport, Dravid highlighted how meticulous attention to the "smallest things" now defines the pursuit of excellence, confirming that oral health is fast becoming recognized as an essential factor in achieving and maintaining superior sporting performance.

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfSsMO8gw_w

Dravid emphasized that in modern, high-stakes competitions, success hinges on securing the slightest advantage, or the "1% margins". He asserted that dedication to physical condition now extends to every detail of an athlete's well-being, especially oral health.

Dravid cited the example of elite global sport, noting that Hansi Flick, the coach of FC Barcelona, made oral health checkups compulsory for athletes, alongside their physical requirements. This decision underscores a growing global trend to elevate oral care from basic hygiene to an indispensable component of performance fuel. "You don't necessarily think about this, but when I read that and read the research around it, it makes absolute sense. If you're going to look after yourself as a professional athlete, you've got to look after your oral health as well," Rahul Dravid said.

Reflecting on his own career, Dravid underscored this crucial link, "Even looking after sometimes the smallest things can impact your performance and can make a difference in your performance...people are going to that level of attention and that level of detail looking after everything whether it's oral hygiene or nutrition everything makes a difference."

Proactively maintaining optimal oral health is vital to eliminating potential distractions and physical impediments, providing the competitive advantage athletes constantly seek. The strategy is clear: Prevent Problems. Perform Better.

Rahul Dravid's compelling message serves as a timely reminder that for athletes striving for top performance, oral health goes beyond basic hygiene, it can quietly contribute to giving a competitive edge.

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