Refugee Olympic Team Selection 2021
On 8 June 2021, the official team selection was announced for the Refugee Olympic Team. This unique delegation allows athletes who have been displaced from their home countries to compete on the world's biggest sporting stage, supported by various Host National Olympic Committees (NOCs) across the globe.
The team comprises a diverse group of athletes from various nations of origin, representing a wide array of disciplines ranging from combat sports to endurance athletics. Each athlete is paired with a Host NOC, the national organization responsible for their administrative and logistical support during the games.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Key Facts
- Selection Date: 8 June 2021.
- Diverse Representation: Athletes originate from countries including Syria, South Sudan, Iran, Afghanistan, and Eritrea.
- Global Support: Host NOCs include Germany, the Netherlands, Kenya, Israel, and Canada, among others.
- Broad Sporting Range: The team competes in 13 different sports, including Athletics, Judo, and Taekwondo.
Athlete Distribution and Events
The team's composition shows a strong presence in Athletics, with several runners competing in distances from the 100m sprint to the marathon. South Sudan is particularly well-represented in middle-distance running, with athletes competing in the 800m and 1500m events.
Combat Sports and Martial Arts
Combat sports make up a significant portion of the roster. The Judo mixed team is one of the largest groups, featuring athletes supported by the Netherlands, Germany, Canada, Brazil, and Russia. Additionally, the team is represented in Boxing, Karate, and Taekwondo, with several Iranian athletes competing in the latter two disciplines.
Aquatics, Cycling, and Precision Sports
The team also extends its reach into technical and endurance sports. This includes swimming events like the 50m freestyle and 100m butterfly, as well as time trials in cycling. Precision is represented through shooting, specifically the women's 10m air rifle.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Complete Team Roster
| Athlete | Country of Origin | Host NOC | Sport | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorian Keletela | Congo | Portugal | Athletics | Men's 100 m |
| Rose Lokonyen | South Sudan | Kenya | Athletics | Women's 800 m |
| James Chiengjiek | South Sudan | Kenya | Athletics | Men's 800 m |
| Anjelina Lohalith | South Sudan | Kenya | Athletics | Women's 1500 m |
| Paulo Amotun Lokoro | South Sudan | Kenya | Athletics | Men's 1500 m |
| Jamal Abdelmaji Eisa Mohammed | Sudan | Israel | Athletics | Men's 5000 m |
| Tachlowini Gabriyesos | Eritrea | Israel | Athletics | Men's marathon |
| Aram Mahmoud | Syria | Netherlands | Badminton | Men's singles |
| Wessam Salamana | Syria | Germany | Boxing | Men's light welterweight |
| Eldric Sella | Venezuela | Trinidad and Tobago | Boxing | Men's middleweight |
| Saeid Fazloula | Iran | Germany | Canoeing | Men's K-1 1000 m |
| Masomah Ali Zada | Afghanistan | France | Cycling | Women's time trial |
| Ahmad Wais | Syria | Switzerland | Cycling | Men's time trial |
| Sanda Aldass | Syria | Netherlands | Judo | Mixed team |
| Ahmad Alikaj | Syria | Germany | Judo | Mixed team |
| Muna Dahouk | Syria | Netherlands | Judo | Mixed team |
| Javad Mahjoub | Iran | Canada | Judo | Mixed team |
| Popole Misenga | DR Congo | Brazil | Judo | Mixed team |
| Nigara Shaheen | Afghanistan | Russia | Judo | Mixed team |
| Wael Shueb | Syria | Germany | Karate | Men's kata |
| Hamoon Derafshipour | Iran | Canada | Karate | Men's kumite |
| Luna Solomon | Eritrea | Switzerland | Shooting | Women's 10 m air rifle |
| Alaa Maso | Syria | Germany | Swimming | Men's 50 m freestyle |
| Yusra Mardini | Syria | Germany | Swimming | Women's 100 m butterfly |
| Dina Pouryounes | Iran | Netherlands | Taekwondo | Women's –49 kg |
| Kimia Alizadeh | Iran | Germany | Taekwondo | Women's –57 kg |
| Abdullah Sediqi | Afghanistan | Belgium | Taekwondo | Men's –68 kg |
| Cyrille Fagat Tchatchet II | Cameroon | United Kingdom | Weightlifting | Men's –96 kg |
| Aker Al-Obaidi | Iraq | Austria | Wrestling | Men's freestyle –67 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the team selected?
The team was officially selected on 8 June 2021.
What is a Host NOC?
A Host NOC (National Olympic Committee) is the national organization of a country that provides administrative and logistical support to an athlete who cannot be represented by their own country's NOC.
Which countries of origin are represented in the team?
Athletes in the team come from various countries, including Syria, South Sudan, Iran, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Congo, DR Congo, Venezuela, Cameroon, and Iraq.
Which sports have the most participants?
Athletics and Judo are among the most represented sports, with several athletes competing in various track events and a mixed team for judo.
Who are some of the athletes representing Syria?
Syrian athletes include Aram Mahmoud (Badminton), Wessam Salamana (Boxing), Ahmad Wais (Cycling), Sanda Aldass, Ahmad Alikaj, and Muna Dahouk (Judo), Wael Shueb (Karate), Alaa Maso and Yusra Mardini (Swimming).