Overview

• He said Usain Bolt’s 100m world record looks out of reach for now and suggested the 200m is comparatively more vulnerable.
• Lewis urged financial sanctions for athletes who test positive, proposing bans that remain in place until fines or reimbursements are paid and calling for relentless testing to create “forever fear.”
• He argued India has ample talent but needs sustained infrastructure, school-to-club-to-college programs, and corporate and government backing, pointing to AAU, USATF and the U.S. collegiate system as models.
• He warned the long jump has deteriorated technically, contending athletes and coaches favor sprints because they are an easier path to medals.
• He criticized the Diamond League and parts of World Athletics for resisting professionalisation and voiced support for new commercial efforts as he serves as International Event Ambassador for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, which starts October 12 from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.