OLYMPIAN

Lindon Victor was born and raised in Grenada, a country that he is proud to represent on the world stage.

He lives and trains in Texas and embodies the resilient endurance of both places that he calls home.

Personal Background

Born on February 28, 1993, in St. George's, Grenada, Victor grew up in La Femme, St. David as the eighth of 11 children. He credits his faith and family for instilling the values that guide his success. 

Athletic Achievements

Victor's athletic journey began at Benedictine College in Kansas, where he set records in the decathlon, javelin, and discus. He later transferred to Texas A&M University, becoming a two-time NCAA Division I decathlon champion and setting a collegiate outdoor decathlon record with 8,539 points. ​

Representing Grenada, Victor has competed in three Olympic Games (2016, 2020, 2024), winning a bronze medal in the decathlon at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He also earned bronze at the 2023 World Championships and claimed gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in 2018 and 2022. He has emerged as one of the world's premier multi-event athletes, earning accolades globally. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to sport, he was awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by His Majesty the King of England in 2024.

Speaking and Motivation

Beyond athletics, Victor is a sought-after motivational speaker. His talks, ranging from 15 minutes to an hour, focus on themes of resilience, perseverance, and maximizing one's potential. Drawing from faith and his personal experiences of overcoming setbacks and rejections, he inspires audiences to push beyond perceived limitations.

Power. Endurance. Triumph.

Olympian Lindon Victor’s life journey mirrors the decathlon where he excels. The decathlon features 10 events and is the ultimate test of athleticism. Likewise, each of the chapters of Lindon’s life is one where he has dug deep for the win. Developing character, leadership and stamina during each twist and turn of his career ultimately led to the Olympic podium at the 2024 Paris games.

Media

  • Fort Worth Magazine

    Olympic Bound Decathlete Lindon Victor is featired on the cover of Fort Worth Magazine. Read the full article here.

  • Texas A&M alumnus Lindon Victor earns bronze

    Texas A&M alumnus Lindon Victor won the bronze medal in the decathlon on Sunday while representing his homeland of Grenada. On Saturday, Victor recorded an Olympic-best decathlon discus throw of 53.91 meters. Read full article here.

  • Inspiring Stores - Aleteia

    Decathlon medalist thinks of rewarding God as in Parable of Talents. Full article here.

  • Lindon Victor, who trains in Fort Worth, wins bronze for Grenada

    Lindon Victor first came to Texas on a track scholarship at Texas A&M from the Caribbean island nation of Grenada. More from NBC DFW here!

  • News Story NBC

    Decathlete Lindon Victor has his sights set on gold at the Olympic Games in Paris. Click here to watch the full story.

  • The Faith of Bronze Medalist Lindon Victor

    More from Ekai media here.

  • Always a Raven: Medalist’s Journey From Kansas College to Paris Olympics

    Benedictine College discusses Lindon Victor - one of the top three athletes in the world. Read more here.

  • Grenada Welcomes Winners Home

    More about celebrations in Grenada for Lindon Victor here.

  • Lindon Victor shares with students in Zanzibar

    During a trip to Africa, Lindon Victor speaks with students about having the mind of a champion.