Exclusive: Carl Lewis Backs India's 2036 Olympic Bid, Offers Advice For Neeraj Chopra

In this exclusive conversation, India Today speaks with nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis, who was in Delhi as the international ambassador for the Delhi Half Marathon. Lewis shares his strong support for India's 2036 Olympic bid and gives his expert advice to two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra. When asked what it takes to stay at the top, Lewis stated, 'what happens when you become number one in the world, you no longer competing against the world, you're competing against yourself.' The athletic icon also discusses the infrastructure and national unity required for a successful Olympic Games, his experience walking the ramp for a cause, and the importance of sustainability and youth sports programs for the country's future.