New Delhi: Legendary nine-time Olympic gold medallist Carl Lewis, serving as the International Event Ambassador for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) 2025, shared an inspiring message ahead of the World Athletics Gold Label Road Race.
Speaking at a press conference in New Delhi, Lewis reflected on how the event transcends competition to embody inclusion, perseverance, and social transformation.
“Breaking barriers is at the very heart of what the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon represents. What makes it unique is not just breaking barriers, but the cultural shift it inspires through sport. When amateurs run alongside Olympic champions, it shows how running can unite people from all walks of life. Every runner can say, ‘I ran with her, I ran with him,’ and that experience is truly inspiri