Stories
Double Olympic Champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo Named International Event Ambassador for Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
C
CNBC TV18•24-09-2026, 17:45
Double Olympic Champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo Named International Event Ambassador for Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
- •Two-time Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo has been announced as the International Event Ambassador for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, scheduled for October 18 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
- •Miller-Uibo, known for her explosive finishes and consistency, won gold in the women's 400m at both the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics, becoming only the second woman to successfully defend an Olympic 400m title.
- •Expressing excitement for her visit to India, Miller-Uibo highlighted the marathon's deep community connection and its ability to unite people from diverse backgrounds through the joy of running.
- •She hopes her journey inspires runners to trust their process, stay consistent, and believe in their potential, looking forward to sharing the experience with Delhi's runners.
- •Beyond her Olympic successes, Miller-Uibo has achieved multiple World Athletics Championships medals, Commonwealth Games gold, and is actively involved in charitable initiatives in The Bahamas.
Key Questions Answered
Two-time Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo was named the International Event Ambassador for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon.
The Delhi Half Marathon is scheduled to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 18, 2026.
Shaunae Miller-Uibo won gold medals in the women's 400m at both the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She is only the second woman in history to successfully defend an Olympic 400m title.
