Archive · 7 Oct 2026
Kenny Bednarek Backs India’s Bid for 2036 Olympics
Kenny Bednarek is a U.S. sprinter who has won two Olympic silver medals in the 200 meters.
He supports India's effort to host the 2036 Olympics.
He says the country's many cultures, languages and foods would make it an exciting place for athletes and visitors.
He has visited India and has a personal connection to the country through his girlfriend, golfer Sharmila Nicollet.
India is one of seven countries competing to host the Games.
The country is also bidding for other big sports events.
Bednarek said he would go to the 2036 Olympics to watch if India is chosen, though he does not expect to compete.
U.S. sprinter Kenny Bednarek voiced support for India hosting the 2036 Olympic Games.
He said India's cultures, languages, food and traditions make it an appealing host.
Bednarek also cited his personal connection to India through his girlfriend, golfer Sharmila Nicollet.
India is one of seven countries in contention to host the 2036 Games, which it hopes would be its first Olympics.
India is also pursuing the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and the 2038 Asian Games.
- Who
- U.S. Olympic sprinter Kenny Bednarek voiced support for India's bid; India is one of seven countries in contention.
- What
- Bednarek endorsed India's effort to host the 2036 Olympic Games.
- When
- His comments came before the International Olympic Committee confirmed on Tuesday that India was among the contenders.
- Where
- India; Ahmedabad is the proposed host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
- Why
- Bednarek said India's cultural diversity and his own positive experiences there make it an appealing host.
- 2036 bid status
- India is one of seven countries in contention to host the Olympic Games.
- Other contenders
- Germany, Qatar, Hungary, South Korea, South Africa and Turkey.
- India's Olympic history
- India is seeking to host its first Olympic Games.
- Bednarek's Olympic medals
- He won silver in the 200 meters at the Tokyo and Paris Games.
- Bednarek's plan
- He said he would attend as a spectator if India hosts in 2036.
- Other Indian bids
- India is seeking the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and the 2038 Asian Games in the western city.
- Upcoming Olympic hosts
- Los Angeles is set to host in 2028 and Brisbane four years later.