Kolkata: Procam
International promoters of the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K (TSK 25K) announced
former 110m hurdles world record holder Colin Jackson as the International
Event Ambassador for the upcoming edition scheduled on Sunday, 17th December
2023.
Instituted in 2014, TSK 25K
sparked a running revolution in eastern India and is a World Athletics Elite
Label Road Race. The event is now a celebration of Kolkata’s vibrant
sporting spirit and energy. The presence of an iconic athlete such as Colin
Jackson will make
'Aamar Kolkata, Aamar Run'
is even bigger and more attractive.
Jackson claimed his first
senior medal at the Commonwealth Games in 1986, bagging silver in the 110m
hurdles. He set a world record to win gold at the Stuttgart World Championships
in 1993 and won the World title again in 1999. The highest point in his
career came when he won Gold at the World Championships in Stuttgart in
1993 in 12.91sec.
“Running is a universal
language that has the ability to inspire and bring the community together. It
is a wholistic sport that helps you keep good health and more importantly gives
you the ability to make a difference in society. Running has basically been my
whole life - on and off the track. It has helped me navigate through life and
helped me be better, and perform better. I am excited to be a part of TSK 25K
and I urge everyone to come join me in this biggest sporting celebration!
Come join me and make
running a part of your life.”- said Jackson.
Chanakya
Chaudhary, Vice President, Corporate Services, Tata Steel, said, “I am pleased
to announce that Colin Jackson will be joining us as the TSK 25K International
Event Ambassador. His 10 years world
record of the 110 m hurdles and 27 years world record of the
60 metres hurdles, is still an inspiration and motivation for
many. We believe his presence and engagement for TSK 25K
will encourage participants to push their limits and embrace a healthier
lifestyle. We look forward to a successful collaboration with Colin Jackson as
we strive to make TSK 25K a remarkable experience for all."
He went undefeated at the
European championships for 12 years in a row but Jackson’s piece de resistance
remains a 12.91 seconds 110m hurdles world record, which stood for more than a
decade. He was also the 60m hurdles world record holder till Grant Holloway
broke it in 2021.
Adding to his list of
victories are two Commonwealth Games Gold (1990 & 1994), a World Indoor
hurdles championships and two European Indoor Championships.
After finishing his hugely successful career in track and field, Jackson
reinvented himself and went on to explore other fields with equal elan.
He authored several books - Life’s New Hurdles” where he described the
shock of adjusting to sudden change after an illustrious career, The Young
Athlete” which helped young aspirants with stunning step-by-step photography,
clear, concise text, and helpful tips to take up running and his biography
titled “The Autobiography” where he candidly spoke about his life on
track.
Furthermore, Colin and his sister Suzanne Packer, founded Go Dad Run,
which raises funds for Prostate Cancer UK and just as importantly, helps create
additional awareness of the condition. Now, Go Dad Run specifically focuses on
areas that men are often hesitant to discuss or consider, where undiagnosed
problems and symptoms can have serious consequences in the long run.
A successful career as a sports commentator on BBC for track and field,
Colin is an example for others and a milestone for those who think life is over
once their career is.
Vivek Singh,
JT. MD, Procam International stated,
"Colin Jackson is the epitome of resolution and has been an inspiration to
many the world over. He is someone who is known for his ferocious determination
and ability to be ruthless on track at will, his association with the event
will be a huge encouragement to the runners who will look forward to put in
their best efforts. We look forward to welcoming him to the Tata Steel Kolkata
25K.
Registrations for Tata Steel Kolkata 25K categories
like 10K, Ananda Run (4.5 km), Silver Run (2.3 km), and Champions with
Disability (2.3 km) — will remain open until November 26, IST 11:59 p.m., or
till running places are filled, whichever is earlier, at tatasteelkolkata25k.procam.in/
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