Bengaluru, April 23 -- Double Olympic medallist and International Event Ambassador for the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2026, Blanka Vlasic, highlighted the role of sport in empowering women while addressing the media in Bengaluru ahead of the 18th edition of the World Athletics Gold Label race.

According to a release, the 42-year-old Croatian and legendary high-jumper also reflected on her own journey with running, India's growing sporting ecosystem, and her message to participants ahead of race day.

With 36,000 participants and more than 9000 women set to take part this Sunday, Vlasic spoke about the transformative impact of sport, particularly for women. Vlasic emphasised the role it plays in building confidence and self-belief.

"Sport i...