New Delhi: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Sunday wrote to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar congratulating him on being chosen for Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award of the country. In a letter to Tendulkar, Singh described him as a "true ambassador" of India in the world of sports. "In conferring this award on you, the nation has honoured a living legend whose numerous achievements and exemplary conduct on the cricketing field have inspired millions across the globe. You have been a true ambassador of India in the world of sports. We salute you as a sporting genius and a global sporting icon," Singh said. He said Tendulkar will continue to inspire the countrymen not only in sports but also in other areas of human endeavour.