Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Visa Inc. has enlisted the talents of Neeraj Chopra, Olympic gold medalist and the world's top-ranked men's javelin thrower, as a member of Team Visa. Chopra's partnership with Visa marks him as the second Indian athlete to join the prestigious Team Visa roster, alongside a host of other international athletes, reaffirming Visa's strong presence and dedication to the world of sports.

"Sports is one of the strongest unifying factors worldwide and Visa is delighted to have the nation's pride, Neeraj Chopra, join Team Visa and be our brand ambassador. As a trusted brand in digital payments, we truly believe in uplifting everyone, everywhere. Thus, by championing sports and sportspersons and our association with India's Olympics icon Neeraj Chopra, we underscore our dedication to supporting inspirational athletes across sporting disciplines", said Sandeep Ghosh, Group Country Manager, India and South Asia, Visa.

Neeraj Chopra, who made history as the first track and field athlete to win a gold medal for India at the Olympics, said, "I am excited to be associated with Visa, a brand that all of us have been so familiar with. Trust and consistency are essential of every partnership, and Visa has stood for these principles for several years. I hope that through this association, we can inspire people to go from strength to strength with the values of hard work and consistent commitment."

Visa has a track record of collaborating with esteemed sports figures. In 2019, Visa made badminton sensation PV Sindhu the inaugural Team Visa athlete from India for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Since 1986, Visa has been a steadfast worldwide sponsor of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, a commitment that extends through 2032, serving as the exclusive payment technology partner. High-profile sporting spectacles such as the Olympics, FIFA World Cup, and Super Bowl attract a diverse global audience. As a partner, Visa ensures the safety and security of digital payments at these events, facilitating transactions for tickets, merchandise, and concessions, irrespective of location or currency.