Refugee Olympic Team turns dreams into reality in Rio

Ten refugees have made history at Rio2016 as members of the first-ever Refugee Olympic Team. They include two Syrian swimmers, two judokas from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a marathoner from Ethiopia and five middle-distance runners from South Sudan. Here, UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi, who was present at the Opening Ceremony, explains the event’s significance. Team Refugees: 10 refugees who fled horrors we can only imagine have overcome adversity to excel in their sports. Along the way they demonst