We Are the Champions: Vijay & Akshay Lokapally on Sports Writing, Legacy & Women in Indian Sport
In this episode from our Road Less Travelled series, I’m joined by Vijay Lokapally and Akshay Lokapally, a father–son writing duo who have spent decades documenting India’s most defining sporting moments.
From Vijay’s early days in sports journalism to their collaborative work on We Are the Champions, this conversation explores what it means to build a life around storytelling, patiently, rigorously, and across generations.
We talk about legacy, finding one’s own voice, and the responsibility that comes with shaping how sport — and especially women athletes, are remembered. We also reflect on mentorship, creative disagreement, and what it takes to choose depth in a world that often rewards speed.
At its heart, this episode is about visibility, authorship, and the quiet courage of staying committed to meaningful work, even when the easier road lies elsewhere.
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About the Author: Sangeeta Relan
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I’m Sangeeta Relan—an educator, writer, podcaster, researcher, and the founder of AboutHer. With over 30 years of experience teaching at the university level, I’ve also journeyed through life as a corporate wife, a mother, and now, a storyteller.
