Athletics Kids Cup Grand Mumbai final concludes season 1 with 1,00,000 children engaged across 1,000 schools in three cities
Celebrating future champions with Neeraj Chopra as ambassador
The Athletics Kids Cup enabled by UBS successfully concluded its Grand Mumbai Final at Jio
Institute's Athletic Center, Ulwe, bringing together 500 of the city's top young athletes for a
thrilling showcase of talent and sportsmanship. In its debut season, the initiative engaged 1,00,000
children across 1,000 schools in three cities, promoting physical activity and inspiring the next
generation of champions.
The competition followed a triathlon-style format with events in the 60m sprint, long jump, and
ball throw. With electronic timing, live commentary, and big screens, young participants
experienced a professional sporting environment, mirroring the excitement of elite athletic events.
The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Adille J. Sumariwalla - World Athletics -
Vice President, Former-AFI (President); Florin Müller - Head of Swiss Business Hub India;,
Philippe M. Reich - Chairman President Switzerland, Swiss-Indian Chamber of Commerce; Harald
Egger - Head Group Real Estate and Supply Chain & Chairman UBS India; Anand Menezes –
Olympian; Sudhir Rane - CHRO NEROLAC; Kashyap Mody - Reliance Treasury; Prasad Kulkarni -
Deloitte, Partner; Father Ernest Fernandes - Byculla Church; Santosh Varghese - Head Coach
Striders; Amalan Borgohain – Athlete 100m/200m; Moumita Mondal - Athlete 100mH/Long
Jump who celebrated the young athletes' achievements
Neeraj Chopra, Olympic Champion and Athletics Kids Cup Ambassador, highlighted the
transformative impact of such competitions, stating: "The experiences young athletes gain from a
competition like this are invaluable. Learning to handle excitement, set goals, and compete will
shape them for life."
The Athletics Kids Cup was designed to address the increasing concern of childhood obesity by
encouraging children to adopt an active lifestyle through running, jumping, and throwing—the
fundamental movements of sports. Beyond physical fitness, the initiative also fostered discipline,
resilience, teamwork, and leadership skills, building confidence among young participants.
UBS played a pivotal role in making the Athletics Kids Cup a reality, reinforcing its commitment to
empowering communities and fostering youth development. The initiative aligns with UBS’s
mission to support the holistic growth of young individuals, ensuring they have the tools to
achieve their full potential.
Daniel Schenker, CEO of Dspowerparts shared his enthusiasm for the initiative: "We are incredibly
proud to launch an initiative that not only promotes physical fitness but also instills essential life
skills in young athletes. The Athletics Kids Cup is a testament to the power of sports in shaping a
healthier, more confident generation."
Matthias Schacke, Head India Service Company at UBS, echoed this sentiment: “We believe in
investing in India’s future, and the Athletics Kids Cup embodies our commitment to youth
development. The passion and determination of these young athletes and the fantastic
atmosphere on the field reinforces our belief that sports can be transformative, empowering
children to achieve their full potential."
With the successful conclusion of its first season, the Athletics Kids Cup is set to launch its second
season in April 2025.
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